Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Probation Violation penalties

I am currently in violation. My original charge was a first time offense, felony theft under $500. I was sentenced to 18 mos, 11 suspended, 7 served (incident free) with 18 mos supervised probation to begin running day of sentencing. I violated a month into actual probation (upon release from incarceration) by failing to comply with urinalysis terms. If I chose to just face the music and turn myself in instead of trying to work something out with probation, (long story) what could be the worst case I'd face time wise? Best case?


Asked on 12/28/01, 10:58 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Trevino Law Offices of Joseph A. Trevino

Re: Probation Violation penalties

VoP is in itself a separate "crime" so regardless of the orginal back up time or penalties, you can be re-sentenced and "punished" for VoP. From the information you gave, I gather you are in one of the outlying or eastern shore counties. By the way, if it was felony theft, it can't be theft under $300. Felony theft is what it means. There may have been aggravating factors. If you turned in a "dirty" sample and that is the basis for the Vop you might want to volunteer to go as "in-patient" and serve any detention given in "treatment" status. It all depends. You have to convince the Judge. Call for more information. Joe Trevino, 1800-924-6217 or 301-441-3131.

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Answered on 12/28/01, 11:06 am
Shuan Rose Law Office of Shuan Rose

Re: Probation Violation penalties

Something can be worked out, although it may be a tough sell to convince the judge that you be continued on probation.

Where in Maryland are you? That would play a part in your likelihood of escaping jail.But no, your case is not hopeless if you put it in hands of a skilled advocate. Call me at 410-467-2655 if you want to discuss your case.

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Answered on 12/28/01, 12:32 pm


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