Yes. When your probation officer files a violation report and the judge finds probable cause, the court issues a probation violation warrant authorizing law enforcement to arrest you at home, at work, or during a routine probation check-in. Probation violation warrants do not expire and can sit unexecuted for years before triggering an arrest. If you know a violation warrant has been issued, voluntary surrender with counsel is significantly better than being arrested unexpectedly. A defense lawyer can arrange voluntary surrender that includes immediate court appearance and bail argument rather than custody pending hearing. Call counsel before surrendering.
