Who may lawfully arrest for a parole/probation violation in Arizona?

The correct answer is that only a parole or probation officer may lawfully arrest for a parole or probation violation in Arizona. This is because parole and probation officers are specifically authorized by law to oversee individuals on supervised release or probation, and as part of their duties, they have the authority to enforce compliance with the terms of supervision.

Parole and probation officers are trained to evaluate the circumstances surrounding potential violations and have the legal authority to take appropriate action, including making arrests when necessary. This specialized authority is given to ensure that individuals under supervision are held accountable for adhering to the conditions set forth by the court or parole board.

While other people, such as law enforcement officers, can arrest individuals for various criminal offenses or if they witness a crime, they do not have the specific authority to act on violations of parole or probation terms unless directed or authorized to do so in coordination with a parole or probation officer. Private citizens and victims do not have the authority to arrest individuals for these violations, as they do not have the legal training or authority to enforce probation or parole conditions.