Probation Violation in PA
Get Our Reading Probation Attorneys on Your Side
Many people charged with crimes are sentenced to probation instead of prison or jail. People who are incarcerated may be conditionally released before serving the entire sentence. Such people are on parole for the remainder of the sentence.
People are required to follow the parameters of the probation or parole. This can mean staying sober, getting a job, going to school and many other requirements. If you are accused of violating the conditions of your probation or parole, the consequences can be severe. You may be sentenced or returned to prison.
If you have violated the conditions of your parole or probation, contact our firm today to discuss your case.
Former Prosecutor Defending Against Parole & Probation Violation Charges
It is important to protect your freedom and your future by having a skilled defense lawyer who can explore all the options. Located in Reading, Pennsylvania, criminal defense attorney Daniel P. Emkey at the Emkey Law Firm defends people charged with violating their parole or probation. As a former prosecutor, attorney Emkey understands that the law is complex, that not all alleged violations are what they seem and that there are alternatives to jail or prison time after a violation.
How Our Probation Lawyer in Reading Can Help
The courts hold Gagnon hearings to determine whether your probation or parole should be revoked. Also known as detainer hearings, they look at the reason an officer seeks to revoke your Reading probation or parole. These may be technical, such as failing to notify your probation officer of an address change or they may be very serious, involving new criminal charges. It is important to work with an experienced attorney who can educate you about the process, protect your rights and work to minimize the penalties. We make sure that the evidence documenting your parole or probation violation is accurate and properly obtained. As with all criminal law matters, we will force the prosecution to prove its case.
In addition to representing you at Gagnon hearings, our law firm assists clients by:
- Negotiating with the prosecutor and preparing your case for the hearing.
- Helping clients surrender to jail or to the court.
- Preventing police from issuing a warrant after a client commits to surrender.
Speak to Our Attorneys
Contact our office today to learn how attorney Daniel P. Emkey can defend you against charges of violating your Reading probation or parole. We accept major credit cards and interpreters are available in all languages.
Call our trusted Berks County criminal defense attorneys at (610) 200-6103 and receive a complimentary consultation.
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"Attorney Emkey is the reason why I have my freedom. He was always available to answer my questions and never made me feel like I was bothering him...a true blessing and pleasure to have as an attorney!"- D.V.
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"My attorney was very helpful in many ways. This is the first and last time I will get into trouble. He was on point with everything and explained it all to me without any surprises.I was very pleased with him and his services.I'd recommend him to anyone."- S.B.
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"Never met someone (let alone an attorney) so caring as Dan. You can tell the second you walk into his office that you are in the right place. He's got the nicest office around and his legal assistant was extremely polite. He cared about my family, and m"- G
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"I would absolutely recommend Attorney Emkey. He is very intelligent and compassionate. He answered my very early AM phone calls very graciously and spent a great deal of time explaining things to me that I didn't understand initially. He sensed my anxietie"- J.L.
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"Mr. Emkey was able to get my DUI charges dropped!! He was very compassionate and kept me up to date on everything that he did. I would hire him again if I needed legal representation!"- T.L.
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"I just wanted you to know that your defense of him has allowed him the opportunity to succeed. Thank you so much!"- P.S.
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"Dedicated staff of professionals working with you"Emkey Law Firm is everything they say they are, excellent lawyers and staff. From the moment I walked in to they're office, to the time I walked out the courtroom a free man, Daniel Emkey did what he said he would do. If you want a dedicated staff of professionals working with you and backing you every step of the way, you should trust Emkey Law. I did and I thank Daniel and Emily for answering everything question asked, being there everytime I called and ,I cannot stress this enough, doing what they said they'd do. I recommend this firm to anyone who wants compassionate professionals on their side who do their professional best for their clients. From my entire family, Thank you Emkey Law!- D.K.
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"Unfortunately I found myself in need of a criminal defense attorney. My friend referred me to Attorney Emkey. I'm so happy I listened to my friend. I was represented by another attorney at a summary trial and the police officer did not seem to respect t"- T.C.
