A criminal defense attorney sees many different clients confronted with a variety of criminal charges. Each fee and associated laws are different, making them difficult to navigate. Criminal defense attorneys are able to interpret the law and determine the best defense for a client facing a criminal charge.
Misdemeanor probation
Although less stringent than felony probation, misdemeanor probation has less stringent rules. Although each case is different, the general rule is to inform your parole officer, go to all necessary legal appointments, avoid any kind of trouble with the law, and obtain travel authorization before leaving the state.
You may have heard the term “evidence” before. It just means you are on probation and your jail time or jail sentence has been suspended. You are expected to inform your designated parole officer and proceed with all other terms of your parole. If you violate any part of your probationary sentence, your parole officer can revoke it and you can be sentenced to your original prison or jail term.
Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles and TDCJ Division of Pardons and Paroles
The Board of Pardons and Paroles (“BPP” or “Board”) consists of seven members who are appointed by the Governor approval of the Texas Senate and must be representative of the general public. The governor may remove a director at any time for any reason, except for directors appointed by a previous governor. Governor appointments must be made without regard to race, color, sex, age or other discriminatory factors. Board members must have resided in Texas for two years prior to appointment, and no more than three board members may be former TDCJ employees. Each board member has a staggered term of office of six years.
The President of the Board, selected by the Governor, appoints 14 parole officers to assist the Board in revocation and parole decisions. All board members and probation officers are required to receive extensive training on the criminal justice system, particularly probation procedures. Board members and parole officers determine:
What is probation in Texas?
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles is considering a person’s voluntary release from prison. Probation allows the parole officer to serve the remainder of their sentence under community supervision. During the probationary period, the probation officer begins the task of integrating into the community.
An inmate applying for parole must understand the strict guidelines and requirements that must be followed. A knowledgeable Texas parole attorney can maximize your chances of parole.