Probation Violation Attorneys in Phoenix, Arizona

Probation violations can be very serious for a number of reasons. People who are on probation and fail to follow the terms of the probation may face time in jail or, possibly, prison. Most of the time, the person accused of violating probation will face the same punishment that they could have received for committing their original crime. In some cases, it means years in prison.

Original Charge is Not Relevant

It is important for a person who is facing probation violation charges to understand the seriousness of the charges and the process involved. With a probation violation case, it is not relevant whether the person actually committed the original charge; it only matters if he or she violated the terms of probation. Moreover, the burden of proof the prosecutor provides is not beyond a reasonable doubt as it was with the original criminal charge, but simply a preponderance of evidence.

Common Probation Violations

Examples of common probation violations include:

• Failing to appear at scheduled court hearings
• Failing to pay fines
• Failing to report to the probation officer
• Violating specific terms of your probation
• Possessing illegal substances
• Getting arrested

Our Probation Violation Experience

Our Criminal Defense Lawyers will work to understand the basis for the probation violation charge and the reasons why there may have been noncompliance. We will also make every effort to explain the circumstances to the prosecutor in order to try to resolve the charge before the probation violation hearing. In other words, we try to give our clients a second chance even before the probation hearing occurs. If we are unable to do that, we vigorously defend our clients at the probation violation hearing and challenge any evidence introduced by the prosecutor.

Contact Us

If you have been charged with a probation violation, please contact our Probation Violation Attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.

Our attorneys not only work on probation violation cases but in other criminal defense and DUI areas, as well as personal injury, auto accidents, wrongful death, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, and product and premises liability, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free consultation.

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