I'm Al Rowland, a former prosecutor. I represent people facing probation revocation throughout Gilpin County, including Black Hawk, Central City, Rollinsville, and the Nederland area.
Probation Violations in Gilpin County
Probation in Gilpin County is supervised by the First Judicial District Probation Department, and revocation hearings are held at the Gilpin Combined Court. A violation complaint can be filed for technical issues or for a new arrest, and it often comes with a warrant.
How Revocation Works Under C.R.S. 16-11-206
At a revocation hearing, a judge, not a jury, decides whether you violated probation. The State generally must prove a violation by a preponderance of the evidence. When the violation is a new crime, the State usually must prove it beyond a reasonable doubt unless you've been convicted of it. If a violation is found, the judge can continue, modify, or revoke your probation.
Mountain Living and Missed Appointments
For people in Rollinsville, the Nederland area, and other remote parts of the county, getting to appointments, testing, and treatment can mean long drives on winter roads, unreliable transportation, and limited cell service. Those are real obstacles, not excuses, and I present them to the court along with solutions such as schedule changes, remote check-ins, or closer treatment providers.
Fighting to Keep Your Freedom
I gather evidence of your progress, such as work records, treatment attendance, and negative tests, and present a concrete plan to the court. The goal is to keep you in the community and on track to finish probation successfully.
Gilpin County Probation Revocation: Common Questions
Who supervises probation in Gilpin County?
Probation for Gilpin County cases is handled by the First Judicial District Probation Department.
Can I be held in jail until my violation hearing?
Sometimes. If you're arrested on a violation warrant, you may be held at the Gilpin County Jail until you see a judge. Bond may be available, and I can argue for release.
What happens if my probation is revoked?
The judge can resentence you on the original offense, up to the maximum allowed. That's why presenting alternatives before that point is so important.