Cobb County Probation Violation Lawyer

Cobb County Probation Violation Attorney

If you are convicted as a first-time offender for a crime, you may receive probation. Probation gives offenders the opportunity to avoid incarceration and remain in the community. However, violating the terms of your probation can lead to serious consequences, including fines, modified probation terms, or incarceration. If you violate your probation, an experienced Cobb County probation violation lawyer from the Law Offices of Marc A. Watkins, P.C. can help.

Probation in Cobb County

The possible terms of probation are numerous and decided by the Cobb County court system on a case-by-case basis. Standard and special conditions of probation are based on the nature and severity of the crime and may include:

• Maintaining employment
• Routine drug screenings
• Paying minimal fees
• Attending counseling
• Avoiding new arrests or offenses
• Not possessing a firearm or ammunition
• Remaining in the state
• Paying restitution to victims
• Substance abuse treatment
• Mental health counseling

Probation Violation Laws in Cobb County

In Georgia, 1 out of every 23 adults is on community supervision. Failure to meet the terms of your probation can result in a probation violation. Consequences of a probation violation may include fines, community service, an extension to your probation period, stricter supervision, or incarceration for the remainder of your sentence.

There are three types of probation violations:

• Technical Violations: Failure to pay fines, attend counseling, maintain employment, and other conditions of probation, not including committing a new crime.
• Special Condition Violations: Failure to complete special probation conditions such as substance abuse treatment or community service.
• Substantive Violations: Committing a new crime, ranging from minor violations to felony offenses. In Georgia, almost half of all probation violations are for committing new offenses.

What if You Violate Your Probation

If your probation officer suspects that you have violated the conditions of your probation, they can report that violation to the court system. The Superior Court of Cobb County, located at 70 Haynes Street, handles all probation violation cases.

Once the court system has been notified of a suspected probation violation, a warrant can be issued for your arrest. Next, a preliminary hearing will be scheduled to determine if a violation occurred and if there is sufficient evidence to schedule a violation hearing. After the violation hearing, the judge will rule on your case and determine an appropriate penalty, if applicable.

Hire a Probation Violation Lawyer

You have the right to be represented by an skilled defense attorney during your preliminary hearing and violation hearing. Without the aid of an experienced probation violation lawyer, you may face weeks or months of incarceration waiting for your preliminary hearing.

Our law firm is skilled in handling probation violation cases. An experienced Cobb County probation violation attorney can provide guidance and help you present a strategic approach in court.

Why Choose Us?

The Law Offices of Marc A. Watkins, P.C., located in Douglas County, has a proven record of helping clients navigate the legal system. With over 18 years of experience, Attorney Marc Watkins has helped hundreds of satisfied clients across thousands of successful cases. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation.