A probation violation is always serious for one reason in particular: if someone is found guilty of a probation violation, they could be sent to jail.
Just as an example, if someone is ordered to remain sober throughout the course of their probation, and they fail to remain sober, then they could spend the rest of their sentence in jail.
Going over why a probation violation is very serious for women and speaking with a criminal defense attorney who knows how to get results is one way to help you obtain the best possible legal outcome.
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Why Is A Probation Violation Especially Serious For Women?
A probation violation is especially serious for women. This is because a probation violation can, as mentioned earlier, lead to jail time.
Jail is always a life-changing experience. Your freedom and privacy – among other rights – are stripped away, and this can be very challenging for women.
On top of that, jail can lead to other, equally notable, complications. Such as losing your job, being unable to see your children/family, violent encounters/situations, as well as the trauma that these complications often create.
Many jails are unequipped to provide health care. For women who have specific health considerations, there is a strong chance their needs won’t be met, which will further exacerbate the challenges that jail creates.
Given the facts outlined above, if a woman has been accused of a probation violation, it is of the utmost importance they work with an attorney.
Why Is An Attorney A Good Investment?
If a woman has been accused of a probation violation, the burden of proof is not “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Instead, the burden of proof is “preponderance of the evidence.”
What the above means is that a woman accused of a probation violation must prove that it is more likely than not that they didn’t violate their probation.
On the other hand, if the court wants to send a woman back to jail due to an alleged probation violation, all they must prove is that it is more likely than not that this woman did violate her probation.
A good attorney knows how to prove that it is more likely than not that a woman didn’t violate her probation. By contesting the claims against a particular woman and providing evidence, she can obtain the best possible outcome.
The best possible outcome is, in most cases, being able to remain on probation. Alternatively, having small changes made to one’s probation while still being able to remain on probation is another successful option.
An experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney with a proven track record of success can be expensive. However, the best attorneys can and do help women remain out of jail. And, given just how damaging jail can be for a woman, working with a top-notch criminal defense attorney is worth it.
If you or your daughter have been accused of a probation violation, it is advisable to contact a seasoned attorney who knows how to help.
Get Qualified Legal Help Today
If you need representation for a probation violation, Glasgow & Olsson is uniquely qualified to help you.
Our team has helped thousands of people who have been charged with crimes in Illinois. When we take cases, we do so to win. This means we take cases to trial. We don’t arrange plea bargains unless it is in the best interest of our clients. As proactive lawyers, we fight aggressively and support our clients throughout their entire case up to and including appeals.
Protecting your life and freedom is always the goal, and with our decades of experience practicing law, we know how to get results. This is why we are regularly invited to appear as a legal contributor on popular radio and news outlets, including ABC, CNN, NBC, CBS, and Fox NEWS.
When you need an attorney, experience matters. Speak with a Schaumburg criminal defense attorney today to learn how our experience can help you get the results you need.