Family members of my clients often mistakenly believe they can watch the probation revocation hearing just like they can in a criminal case. Unfortunately, no one is allowed to watch a probation revocation hearing. Wisconsin probation revocation hearings are not hearings held in open court like criminal cases. Probation violation hearings are private hearings held inside county jails or wherever the accused is being held in custody.
Because of this, the only people allowed inside to watch a Wisconsin probation revocation hearing are the accused, the probation officer (PO), the defense attorney, the administrative law judge or ALJ, and any witnesses who will be testifying at the hearing. No one else will be admitted inside the jail to watch the probation revocation hearing.
Probation violation hearings are different from open criminal case hearings in other important ways that can have a significant effect on the outcome. You need an experienced Wisconsin criminal attorney who knows the laws and procedures necessary to fight and win probation violation revocation hearings.
Probation violation attorney Sydne French will listen carefully to your side of things and give you an honest evaluation of your case. Contact our office now to set up a free consultation with Sydne. She is ready to fight for your rights, so you can get back to your life!
