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Columbus Violation of Parole Attorney
If you have violated your parole, you need an experienced and qualified attorney who can let you know what your options are. This will allow you to understand what you need to do next and have a better understanding of your situation. Contact Attorney Adam Burke now for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.
Ohio Violation of Parole
Sometimes when a prisoner is released from prison, he needs to abide by certain terms and conditions put forth by the state. The state monitors the prisoner’s behavior after his release for a period of time. This is known as parole. The state may put the prisoner back in prison if he violates the terms of his release – which is known as violation of parole.
Violation of Parole in Ohio
The state may grant parole to a person for numerous reasons – the most common being good behavior. Parole is also given when a prisoner has committed a serious felony crime, like murder, and is deemed a potential threat to society. Once a person has been granted parole, he may be required to enroll into a “halfway house” (a rehabilitation center of sorts), find employment, check in regularly with his appointed parole officer, update his address, enroll into a substance abuse prevention programs, pass urine tests, and perform community service.
In Ohio, violation of parole can occur for a number of reasons – like if the recently released prisoner commits another crime or fails to adhere to the terms of the parole. 1 2
Revocation of Parole
The state may revoke the parole upon violation. The case will go to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC), where it will be heard by an administrative body. These hearings are unlike normal court hearings – the parolee is not given the same protections (like proof beyond reasonable doubt) that are otherwise present in a normal court. In such cases, the case is likely to go against the parolee. 3
This court, instead of rescinding your parole, may choose to assign the prisoner additional community service, place the prisoner under house arrest, place the prisoner under electronic surveillance, impose fines, and place the prisoner in a work-release center (among other penalties). 4
Attorney Adam Burke Llc — Columbus, Ohio Violation of Parole Lawyer
If you have violated your parole in Columbus or any of the surrounding areas in Ohio, contact Attorney Adam Burke Llc. Attorney Adam Burke is an experienced criminal defense attorney and has successfully defended men and women facing serious charges. Call Attorney Adam Burke today at (614) 280-9122 for your free consultation.