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What happens after pre-trial conference if there is no agreement
Not practicing in Colorado, I can only answer generally. Generally, if no agreement (or plea bargain) is reached at an initial pre-trial conference, the case will be set for a preliminary hearing. Prior to that time, you should have enough time to hire an attorney. You need to be looking for an attorney right now...asking if them this question and getting them to quote you fee.
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Does probation violation ever go away without serving jail time?
Generally, the answer is yes. Many times, the probationer's attorney can work out a deal with the District Attorney's office where the probationer will stipulate (or agree) that he/she committed a probation violation...in exchange for that admission, the D.A.'s office will not pursue the probation violation for a period of time, but will sometimes make new requirements or make new deadlines for the completion of probationary requirements. The probation violation is then given a review date....
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What kind of lawyer should vi get to handle a clemency request.
Clearly, I would start by looking for a criminal defense attorney in your state capitol city. Next, I would try to find an attorney that is politically active in the same political party that the governor of your state belongs to. Any attorney you consider should be able to answer whatever legal requirements that need to be met in order for the governor to grant you clemency, if there even are any. I wouldn't hold out much hope of being granted a pardon, but, unless you try, you will never know.