Probation violations, particularly for felonies are particularly hard to try.

Probation violations, particularly for felonies are particularly hard to try. When put on probation one gives up many rights. For example one charged with a probation violation does not have the right to a jury and the prosecutor need not prove his or her case beyond a reasonable doubt. Judges tend to be cynical and find violations rather easily. Once a violation is found a judge can sentence a violator to state prison.