Phoenix Probation Violation Attorney

Criminal Lawyer Serving Arizona

Although probation is a substitute for imprisonment, it does not offer total freedom. There are various rules involving the behavior and actions of the person on probation, and if these rules are broken the person may find that they are facing serious charges. If you have been accused of a violating the terms of your probation, it is crucial to consult a skilled Phoenix probation violation lawyer immediately.

In Arizona, a probation violation may result in imprisonment in county jail for 21 days, without bail. When an attorney gets involved at this point, he or she can begin working with your probation officer in order to minimize the chance of having new charges filed against you. This can help ensure that you do not serve any additional jail time. If your attorney is able to prove that you did not violate the terms of your probation, you may be able to avoid imprisonment altogether. For many minor probation violations, such as failure to take a drug test, missed probation officer meetings, or absenteeism in mandatory rehab classes, this short jail term will be all the consequence you may face. Of course, this also depends on your record. If you have a history of parole or probation violations, the judge may chose to sentence you to the maximum penalty for the crime you were originally charged with.

Some probation violations occur when the convict is caught committing a new crime during their probation period. If this has happened to you, your Phoenix probation violation defense attorney from The Suzuki Law Offices can help defend you from punishment for the new offense you are accused of and work to have your original probation reinstated.

Accused of a Probation Violation? Contact a Lawyer at Suzuki Law Today!

However reason for which you have been accused of violating probation, your criminal attorney can help you defend yourself. We will argue that your violation was minor or accidental and will work to gain leniency. To help gain sympathy for your plight, we will show the progress you have made since you began probation and show that you have made major positive developments in your life. We will demonstrate how hard you work at your job, with your treatment program and in your family to show that you are a real person who made a forgivable mistake.

Contact Phoenix probation violation defense attorneys at Suzuki Law Offices  today for a free consultation regarding your case.