What to do if my fiance has been locked up for violating his parole for not contacting his PO?
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What to do if my fiance has been locked up for violating his parole for not contacting his PO?
The violation is he has not reported, or even spoken, to his parole officer in over a year. He has not been in any trouble since 2008. I am 8 months pregnant and i’ts our first baby. I’m beyond terrified he won’t be able to get out before baby arrives. His PO said he has a 50/50 chance. He has a hearing in a week from Tuesday. What should he say, do, etc? Should I go talk/beg his PO to please understandand somehow work this out. Money will be paid I know that’s the #1 thing they want. Should we get a lawyer?
Asked on February 3, 2013 under Criminal Law, South Carolina
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you can afford it, then it helps to have an attorney working with you, because other people are involved in the decision to revoke or not revoke parole and the attorney could make sure that the right people receive the information you list in your question. You are correct that money is a motivator-- they do want their fees paid-- however, not reporting for a year is irresponsible. Because he has not picked up a new offense, he could be eligible for a short sentence and potentially be re-released on parole.
As far as the hearing, make sure that you show up even if you haven't found an attorney yet. If they allow input from you, let them know that the monies can be paid and that, if possible, you would like a reset to hire him counsel.
I know you're stressing being 8 months pregnant, but it will help reduce your stress if you have help-- find a criminal defense attorney you are comfortable with. After you get him out of this mess, make sure that you stay on your fiance to finish the terms of his parole so this does not happen again.
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