Arrested While on Probation in Louisiana

What Happens If You’re Arrested While on Probation in Louisiana?

If you’re on probation, the terms are strict. A new arrest, even if it’s for something relatively minor, can trigger a probation violation. That violation can lead to:

• A revocation hearing
• Jail or prison time
• Additional probation conditions
• A full reinstatement of your original suspended sentence

In other words, you’re not just dealing with the new charge. You’re also at risk of having your original sentence reinstated in full.

Probation Violations in St. Tammany Parish

In St. Tammany Parish, probation violations are taken seriously by judges and prosecutors. The 22nd Judicial District Court, which handles these cases in Covington and Slidell, typically moves quickly when someone is rearrested while on probation. If your probation officer becomes aware of the arrest, they will likely file a violation report with the court. This can result in a warrant being issued, even before the new charges are resolved.

At James & Bradley Law Firm, we’ve represented clients before every 22nd JDC judge to argue for continued probation or alternative sanctions rather than revocation.

Washington Parish: A Zero-Tolerance Approach

Washington Parish, also part of the 22nd Judicial District, often follows a no-nonsense approach to probation compliance. A new arrest in Franklinton, Angie, or surrounding areas may land you in court for a Rule to Revoke Probation, even if the new charge hasn’t been proven.

We’ve seen firsthand how early legal intervention can prevent unnecessary jail time in Washington Parish. Our attorneys immediately contact the DA’s office, probation officers, and court staff to negotiate continued supervision whenever possible.

Tangipahoa Parish: Know the Local Procedures

In Tangipahoa Parish, probation violations are handled within the 21st Judicial District, which includes courtrooms in Amite and Hammond. If you’re rearrested in Tangipahoa, you’ll likely face two cases at once:

1. The new criminal charge
2. A motion to revoke your probation

Prosecutors here often argue that simply being arrested is enough to prove a violation. But Louisiana law requires more than that! It requires credible evidence that you broke the terms of your probation. That’s where James & Bradley Law Firm steps in. We challenge weak evidence and improper procedures, and negotiate alternatives such as drug treatment, community service, or extended probation instead of jail time.

Livingston Parish: Rebuilding Your Defense

Livingston Parish courts are tough but fair. The 21st JDC in Livingston gives you the right to a hearing before your probation can be revoked, but that hearing can move fast, and if you’re not prepared, you could end up serving time on your original sentence.

Whether your new arrest happened in Denham Springs, Walker, or elsewhere in the parish, the attorneys at James & Bradley Law Firm work quickly to:

• Defend the new charge
• Advocate for reinstatement or modification of probation
• Help you avoid the worst-case scenario: revocation and incarceration

Why You Should Call James & Bradley Law Firm Immediately

When you’re arrested while on probation in Louisiana, time is your enemy. Waiting to “see what happens” only gives the court and probation officers more time to prepare a case against you. At James & Bradley Law Firm, we move fast. We’ve helped clients across southeast Louisiana stay out of jail, beat new charges, and get their lives back on track, without losing everything they worked for during probation.