Judges in state and federal court impose probation for many reasons. Probation helps avoid overcrowding in jails and prisons and recognizes that locking people up for long periods of time is an ineffective sentencing approach.
When it is alleged that a person violated probation in a misdemeanor or felony case, a VOP arrest warrant can be issued. After a probation hearing, the judge can often impose a harsher sentence or punishment such as incarceration.
If the violation was not substantial or willful, then important defenses might apply.
Contact a criminal defense attorney for violation of probation cases in Pima County, Arizona to discuss the allegation, the attorney fees involved, defenses, and possible consequences at sentencing.
Founded in 1958, NACDL is the largest organization for criminal defense lawyers fighting to preserve fairness within America's criminal justice system. The organization has more than 10,000 direct members including criminal defense attorneys in private practice, public defenders in state or federal court, U.S. military defense counsel, law professors and judges.
AACJ seeks to improve the practice of criminal defense law in Arizona, and also serves as an advocate for positive criminal justice reform.
Pima County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service - The Pima County Bar Association sponsors a Lawyer Referral Service that helps the public find a qualified attorney in Tucson, Arizona, and the surrounding areas of Pima County. Attorneys that serve on the panels are experienced in one of 36 different practice areas and practice in the greater Tucson area. When you call the service a trained staff person will refer you to a local attorney with experience in the needed practice area. In exchange for a $35 consultation fee you will receive a 30 minute consultation with the attorney.