Probation violations are one of the trickier situations we handle, and they are where honest guidance matters most. Under Penal Code 1203.2, a person on probation who is alleged to have violated its terms can be arrested and brought back before the court, and how bail works in that situation is not always straightforward.
Why probation violations are different
When someone is arrested for a new offense, bail is usually set on that charge. With a probation violation, the court that granted probation has broad authority, and in some cases a judge orders that the person be held with no bail until a hearing on the alleged violation. That means a bond is not always available, and a family can waste money and hope if they are not told the truth up front.
What we will do for you
Call us about a probation violation and we will give you a straight answer about whether bail is even an option in that specific situation, rather than taking a fee for a bond that the court will not allow. Where bail is available, we move fast, confirm the amount, set up an affordable plan, and post. Where it is not, we will tell you and point you toward the right next step.
Related situations
Probation violations often arrive alongside a warrant, and the case ties back to whichever court originally handled it. If your loved one has been picked up and you are not sure where they are, we will locate them first, then tell you honestly what is possible.