{"id":775,"date":"2010-08-02T12:00:42","date_gmt":"2010-08-02T12:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/?p=775"},"modified":"2024-07-26T13:46:52","modified_gmt":"2024-07-26T20:46:52","slug":"does-lifetime-probation-mean-lifetime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/does-lifetime-probation-mean-lifetime\/","title":{"rendered":"Lifetime Probation Can Be Reduced and Even Expunged in Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Adults, juveniles, and minors who are charged as adults may receive lifetime probation as a consequence for criminal activity. But lifetime probation doesn\u2019t always last as long as you\u2019d expect. It\u2019s possible to petition the court and request that your probation is terminated and receive the benefit of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/expungement-lawyer\/\">expunged record<\/a>.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The judge, prosecutor, and counselors will look at a few factors to determine whether your lifetime probation should be removed. These factors include your performance during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/services\/probation-violations\/\">probation<\/a>, whether you\u2019re at risk to offend again, your therapist\u2019s recommendations, and the views of the victim. Many people have been successfully taken off of lifetime probation. Working with an attorney during this process is advisable for a favorable outcome.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Consider with Lifetime Probation in Arizona<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Probation is often given as part of sentencing for criminal activity<\/li>\n<li>Lifetime probation doesn\u2019t necessarily mean the sentence lasts for life<\/li>\n<li>If you behaved well on probation and can provide recommendations that support a reduced sentence, you\u2019ll be likelier to receive that outcome<\/li>\n<li>In some cases, however, it\u2019s not possible to have your sentence reduced due to the severity of the crime in question<\/li>\n<li>Working with an attorney is essential for having your charges lessened, as they\u2019ll have experience working with similar cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Although it\u2019s possible to have your lifetime probation removed, keep in mind that this possibility doesn\u2019t apply to everyone. If you\u2019ve been convicted of a criminal offense against a minor younger than 12, for example, you won\u2019t be eligible to receive a sentence reduction.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Probation versus Parole<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While probation and parole are similar and both lead to less prison time for the defendant, there are some crucial differences you should know about. Probation applies to adult offenders who are placed on community supervision through a probation agency. It\u2019s meant to replace time spent in prison and is considered a lesser penalty. Parole, however, applies to offenders who are let out of prison but must serve the rest of their sentence in the community.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How does Expungement Work?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Expungement is a court-ordered process that seals or erases the legal record of a criminal offense or arrest and is also called \u201csetting aside\u201d a crime. In many cases, landlords, potential employers, and others who check your background won\u2019t find any legal record of your expunged crimes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Penalties for Criminal Charges in Arizona<\/h2>\n<p>The penalties you\u2019ll receive for committing a criminal offense depend on the nature of the crime. Misdemeanors are considered less severe than felony crimes and are defined as class 1, 2, or 3 offenses, with class 1 being the most severe. The harshest penalty you can receive for a misdemeanor crime is a 6-month period in jail, even if you have multiple charges.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>A felony conviction (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/services\/vehicular-manslaughter\/\">vehicular manslaughter<\/a>, homicide, or murder), on the other hand, often leads to prison time. Other common felony crimes include theft, burglary, aggravated robbery, and aggravated assault. Like misdemeanor crimes, a class 1 felony is the most severe of all and is reserved for murder alone.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Possible Defenses for Criminal Charges<\/h2>\n<p>Every U.S. citizen has a right to appear in court to address their criminal charges. If you end up going to court, it\u2019s best to work with an attorney who can guide you through the process of facing the judge. It\u2019s also a good idea to get familiar with common defenses that your attorney may use for your case. For example, if you were charged with a <a href=\"\/criminal-defense-law\/dui\/\">DUI<\/a>, your attorney may be able to help you prove your innocence by showing you weren\u2019t impaired, that you were under the legal limit, or that you weren\u2019t actually in control of the car.<\/p>\n<p>In other cases, your defense may be able to assert that you didn\u2019t commit the offense in question by offering evidence to support that. You may decide to give your version of the story or invite witnesses to the stand. It\u2019s possible to accidentally incriminate yourself, so don\u2019t forget to speak with an attorney before making any decisions on how to proceed with this.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>FAQ on Criminal Charges and Consequences in Arizona<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Below are some of the most common questions related to criminal offenses and their penalties in the state of Arizona:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Q: What happens if I\u2019m arrested for a felony crime?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re arrested for a felony offense, you\u2019ll likely have to face felony charges and court proceedings. But this can go in several different directions. If you\u2019re arrested for a felony crime and the prosecution finds that the elements for proving the crime haven\u2019t been met, they may choose to designate it as a lesser crime (misdemeanor).<\/p>\n<h3>Q: Can a misdemeanor crime escalate to a felony charge later?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you may receive additional charges if it\u2019s found that there were other elements to the crime that made it a more serious offense. For example, if you were pulled over for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azcentral.com\/story\/news\/local\/arizona\/2015\/05\/22\/arizona-dui-laws\/27781089\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">driving while intoxicated<\/a> and it was later discovered that you were driving on a suspended license, you may receive a more serious charge. In short, when additional evidence is found after you\u2019ve been arrested and charged with a misdemeanor, you could still get felony charges later.<\/p>\n<h3>Q: How will a felony crime impact my life?<\/h3>\n<p>A felony charge on your record will have a serious and detrimental impact on your life. You might lose your right to own a firearm, be on a jury, or even vote. Misdemeanor convictions, on the other hand, will have a lesser negative impact. Keep in mind that potential landlords and employers often run background checks, and felony crimes can be a major hinderance.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What to Do if You&#8217;re Facing Charges<\/h2>\n<p>Keep in mind that many people have been successfully taken off lifetime probation. Legal proceedings can be frustrating and complicated, so working with an experienced <a href=\"\/criminal-defense-law\/\">criminal defense attorney<\/a> is a good way to ease your mind during the process. An experienced professional can answer your questions, review your case, and help you put together the best course of action for a positive outcome.<\/p>\n<p>Call the JacksonWhite Criminal Law team at <a href=\"tel:4804674370\">(480) 467-4370<\/a> to discuss your case today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>All juveniles, adults and juveniles charged as adults who are placed on lifetime probation can petition the court to have their lifetime probation terminated. Juveniles and juveniles charged as adults may receive the benefit of their records being destroyed and expunged.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[2168],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-775","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-legal-process"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.9 - 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