When people plea to a criminal charge, it often seems like a good idea to get put onto Probation. The problem is, probation includes: Paying fines or restitution Submitting to random drug tests Home or vehicle searches, unannounced by probation officers Not committing any new offenses

Not being successful in any one of these may cause a probation violation. Probation violations are treated like a new charge and a new arrest - one with no BOND. The person may be able to bond out on the new charge, but not on the VOP. A person may have to remain in jail until the VOP and/or the new charge is resolved.

Additionally, if you think you are about to Violated or you think there is a Warrant out for your arrest - CALL US. There may be something we can help you negotiate BEFORE the arrest warrant is issued.

The State Attorney and the Judge look at probation as a one time gift. Usually, they are unwilling to put someone back onto probation after a Violation. Daniel and Stephanie Pawuk have many years of experience negotiating with State Attorneys, Judges, and Probation Officers. Both Daniel and Stephanie were prosecutors and understand how the system works. Additionally, the prosecutors who handle VOP’s are usually the newer attorneys in the State Attorney’s Office and often the most difficult to deal with.

Call us today - with a free consultation you have nothing to lose. 727-372-3111 WE ANSWER CALLS 24/7