Violating DUI Probation In Colorado

Violating DUI probation in Colorado is a serious offense you should not take lightly and you should seek legal assistance immediately. The consequences of these violations depend on the amount of times you have committed a violation. The results can be fines, jail time, tracking devices, and community service. Your probation officer and the judge discuss the options discreetly. 

The settlements for probation violations are negotiated by the different categories of probation for DUI, DWAI, or DUID. Violations fall into two categories, technical and substantive. Technical violations don’t include newer charges, but substantive offenses lead to new charges after probation has been granted. 

What is a Violation?

Violating probation can be a plethora of different things. Most commonly could be simply not checking in with your officer. Other violations include testing positive for illegal substances or alcohol, committing a new felony, missing appointments, not securing employment, not completing community service, associating with known criminals, and crossing state boundaries without permission. You must follow all rules of your probation and establish clear communication with your probation officer. 

Probationers Rights

Probationers have constitutional rights, but some are restricted by the terms of their probation. During the probation hearing, you are entitled to written notice of alleged violations, a hearing with the chance to confront and cross-examine witnesses, a neutral and detached hearing body, and a written statement from fact-finders explaining their decision. 

Consequences

Violating DUI provocation or being charged with a new crime while on probation can lead to additional requirements of revocation of probation. Large fines, harsher management, therapy/treatment, jail time, or losing the rights to your license for an extended period. 

DUI Probation Terms

Unfortunately, there are no exceptions to the terms of DUI probation. Documentation of your enrollments and completion of all mandated, sessions, classes, community service, and MADD Panel requirements are needed. Showing proof of attempting to work with enforcement is crucial. 

Probationary Requirement Misses

If you miss a probation requirement, the consequences depend on the severity. Your probation officer may issue a warning or file to revoke your probation. Major violations can lead to a warrant for your arrest. Demonstrate compliance, if you don’t the judge will impose a penalty. You have the right to a probation lawyer to negotiate with the district attorney. 

Probation Violation Options

It is important to understand your options when facing probation violation charges. You can consider entering a plea agreement and allowing the judge to determine the sentence, agreeing to a specific penalty with the prosecutor, contesting the alleged violations in a hearing, or negotiating with the district attorney for more control over the outcome. Each option comes with its consequences so seek legal advice. 

Navigating this territory and putting yourself in a good position is never easy. Contact Shipp-Law or call us at (970)-927-2255 and have your needs met as soon as possible.