Will a lawyer help in a violation of probation case?

The county where his probation originated retains jurisdiction, even when probation is "transferred." If the State believes any term or condition of probation has been violated, they can file a motion to revoke probation. A warrant is then issued for the persons arrest that is on probation, and a hearing is set. The Judge has the final say on what to do with an alleged probation violation, and it can be reinstated, extended, have conditions added, or revoked.  If your son was on deferred adjudication probation, he is entitled to a bond. Even if one is not set intitially, his attorney can get one set. Your son has a right to an attorney to represent him in a probation revocation action. He is also entitled to a hearing in front of the Judge, where he can present evidence or testimony in his defense. If he cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for him.