by RJ Ferraro | Sep 20, 2016 | Criminal Defense
While probation remains a popular way to dispose of criminal cases, the number of defendants who are unable to comply with their probationary terms continues to rise. When a violation occurs, a chain of events is set in motion that could land the defendant in jail for...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 8, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Most people know that if you are on probation you cannot be arrested for any new crime. Most people also know that if an arrest is made while a person is in probation, that is considered a violation and the probation will likely be revoked. This type of scenario will...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 7, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Being placed on probation allows a criminal defendant to stay out of jail, while still serving their sentence. This makes probation desirable, but few people truly understand just what is required of them when they enter probation. There are numerous ways probation...
by RJ Ferraro | Aug 26, 2016 | Criminal Defense
The title of this blog may be misleading, because who would actually want to violate the terms of their probation? The answer is likely “no one”, because if you violate your probation you do not receive the benefit of the bargain you made when agreeing to go on...
by RJ Ferraro | Aug 22, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Probation is one of the most common ways to resolve a case against you. Defendants find going on probation attractive because it keeps them out of jail, and the prosecution is happy too because the defendant is required to do certain things while they are on...
