by RJ Ferraro | Jan 1, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Many criminal cases are resolved by the Defendant agreeing to go on probation. Probation is a way to stay out of jail, but still “serve” time for the charges against you. The terms of probation depend on the type of charges, and must be followed exactly as written in...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense
If you agree to go on probation to resolve a criminal case against you, it is imperative that you fully understand the terms of your probation. Any violation, no matter how small, can be considered a probation violation and get you into more trouble than the original...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 3, 2015 | Criminal Defense
For many first time offenders, agreeing to enter a plea in exchange for going on probation is an attractive way to resolve criminal charges. Being placed on probation allows a defendant to avoid going to jail, while still being “punished” for the crime charged. The...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 19, 2015 | Criminal Defense
For many criminal defendants, the thought of going on probation is confusing. While a good number of cases are resolved in this way, there are also a large number of criminal defendants that are unable to successfully complete their probationary term. When this...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 3, 2015 | Criminal Defense
For many first time offenders, agreeing to enter a plea in exchange for going on probation is an attractive way to resolve criminal charges. Being placed on probation allows a defendant to avoid going to jail, while still being “punished” for the crime charged. The...