Washington, DC asked in Criminal Law for Maryland

Q: 2 weeks before my 3 year probation was up my PO violated me on a misdemeanor offense. I had no issues during my 3 year

Probation period. My PO then reopened a restitution and violated me for that. I wasn't aware of the warrant when I stood in front of a judge for traffic. Why didn't they pick me up on the warrant then? There are several holes in this whole situation.like commissioner releasing me on my own recognizance, and then the judge not giving me bail, saying I'm a flight risk. I've lived in the same house for 30 some years. I have stayed out of trouble done everything to the book. What do I do??

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Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Towson, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: You should retain an attorney to represent you. An attorney can file a motion to recall the warrant. If the motion is granted, the warrant will be quashed and your case will be scheduled for a VOP hearing. The attorney can then represent you at the hearing.

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Rockville, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: Obviously, hire a lawyer and deal with the warrant first, then the VOP can be addressed.

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