Asked 8/10/2016 – Red Rock, TX

They have been on probation for about 3 to 4 yrs. One of the p.o. he had never set up anything for classes he was to take. So this set him back. He has never been tested dirty. But he was set up and tested dirty. Now they want to revoke. I met this person and have helped him make a change in his life. I don’t think that he has been given a fair chance. Money is limited so unable to hire attorney. He doesn’t go anywhere without me. Is there any chance that he could be given a chance?

Answer

Anyone convicted of an offense is subject to be placed in jail, regardless of his/her medical condition. If your friend has violated his probation, he is subject to jail time. If a motion to revoke his probation has been filed, the Judge in your friend’s case has the option of modifying the terms of probation, extending the length of probation, or revoking the probation and imposing a jail sentence. What will happen in this particular case depends on the specific facts and nature of the allegations in the motion to revoke. An attorney will be appointed to represent your friend if he cannot afford one; talk with him/her about the options available.