Dallas DWI Probation Violations Lawyer

Many first time offenders who are convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) and even those who were able to negotiate a lesser charge, such as reckless driving, are placed on probation instead of sentenced to jail. Probation is essentially a contract between the judge and the defendant: the judge allows the defendant to live his or her life, free and normal, and the defendant in return follows the terms of probation, which may include not committing any more crimes, being abstinent from drinking or using drugs, checking in with a probation officer, and doing community service.

If your probation officer has alleged that you have violated your probation, and you are now facing a motion to revoke probation and the possibility of the full sentence of the crime for which you were convicted, it is imperative that you call a Dallas DWI defense attorney immediately.

Probation Violation Defense Attorney in Dallas

At the D'Amore Law Firm, our DWI probation violation lawyers are highly knowledgeable about the applicable laws and court procedures, are well respected in the Dallas legal community, and will aggressively defend your rights and your liberty. When a probation officer files a motion to revoke probation, it is not the end of your freedom. A qualified lawyer may be able to save your case by calling witnesses, cross-examining the prosecution, and providing evidence.

For a motion to revoke hearing, the prosecution does not have to prove beyond reasonable doubt that you violated your probation, but instead only that there is a preponderance of evidence that you violated your probation. It is for this reason incredibly important that your defense attorney is proficient in this area of law and has the requisite experience to keep you out of jail. Even if you are found guilty of probation violation, a skilled defense attorney may be able to have your probation extended or community service added in lieu of prison.

Contact a Dallas Probation Violation Defense Attorney at our firm as soon as possible if you have been accused of violating the terms of your probation!