An adult probation officer may serve warrants, make arrests and bring persons who are subject to the supervision of pretrial services and who are alleged to have violated a condition of pretrial release before the court. A probation officer enforcing pretrial release conditions has the authority of a peace officer in the performance of the officer’s duties.

Terms Used In Arizona Laws 12-256

  • Adult: means a person who has attained eighteen years of age. See Arizona Laws 1-215
  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.