Minneapolis, St. Paul and Minnesota Parole and Probation Attorney
The terms and conditions of probation or parole are often strict and sometime unclear. It can be easy for well-intended individuals on probation to violate the terms and conditions that are placed on them. The consequences for even the slightest violation of these conditions can carry harsh penalties. A jail sentence is often the result of for a failure to report to their parole or probation officer, failure of a drug and or alcohol test, or even being at the wrong place at the wrong time. More importantly, violations of probation can result in the loss of stayed sentences that were intended to protect a criminal record or avoid a felony conviction.
Schafer Law Firm and Brent S. Schafer have dealt with all types of alleged probation violations in Minnesota. Brent is a former prosecutor and has been defending individuals facing alleged probation violations for the past 13 years. Brent will guide you through this trying time and help you defend yourself against all probation or parole violations. Brent has been sucessful more time than not in resolving these cases with out serious consequences to his client. A lawyer who cares for his clients and understands their needs is a lawyer that will fight for you.
You have rights in all probation and parole proceedings. You have a right to receive and review in advance all the evidence the state has against you with regard to the alleged violation. It is imperative that you get these documents in advance. Often times the actual conduct does not violate the terms of the sentence or at least are unclear.
You also have the right to force the State to prove by clear and convincing evidence that you did violate the terms of your parole or probation. The alleged violation must also be without an adequate excuse. No matter the reasons for failing to meet the conditions of your sentence, Brent S. Schafer can help. Brent is experience in helping clients challenge all alleged probation and parole allegations. Brent will fight to make sure you get the justice you deserve. Contact Schafer Law Firm to find out how we can help you specifically with your case before it is too late.
Have you or someone you know in the Twin Cities area violated the terms of their parole or probation. If so, contact a Minnesota Parole and Probation Lawyer today!
Brent Schafer practices in the following counties: Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Washington County, Dakota County, Scott County, Anoka County, Isanti County, Pine County, Chisago County, Goodhue County, Winona County, Wabasha County, Rice County, Houston County, Olmsted County, Fillmore County, Mower County, Freeborn County, Martin County, Jackson County, Nobles County, Rock County, Pipestone County, Murray County, Cottonwood County, Dodge County, Steele County, Waseca County, Blue Earth County, Brown County, Redwood County, Nicollet County, Lyon County, Lincoln County, Yellow Medicine County, Renville County, Lac Qui Parle, Chippewa County, McLeod County, Carver County, Wright County, Meeker County, Kandiyohi County, Sherburne County, Benton County, Sterns County, Pope County, Douglas County, Grant County, Stevens County, Swift County, Big Stone County, Traverse County, Wilkin County, Otter Tail County Todd County, Morrison County, Mille Lacs County, Carlton County, Aitkin County, Crow Wing County, Sibley County, Wadena County, Cass County Hubbard County, Becker County, Clay County, Norman County, Cook County, Lake County, St. Louis, Itasca County, Koochiching County, Beltrami County, Lake of the Woods County, Mahnomen County, Roseau County, Kittson County, Marshall County, Polk County, Pennington County, Red Lake County, Kanabec County and Faribault County.
If you are on parole or probation and have been accused of a violation, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney. Brent Schafer can answer your questions, prepare a thorough defense, and help ease your mind as your case moves through the complex legal system. Call 651-452-2136 or Toll Free at 1-877-880-9900 today for a free consultation regarding your case.