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That would be a concurrent sentence. Both prison terms were carried out at the same time, so if a prisoner received 8 years and 6 years, to be served concurrently, they'd be free after 8 years.

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How do you use convicted in a complete sentence?

There is a prisoner in our city jail who was convicted of a serious crime.


How many years can you get for robbing a bank?

The sentence for robbing a bank varies depending on the circumstances and the jurisdiction. It can range from a few years for a first-time offender to a lengthy prison sentence for a repeat offender or for cases involving violence or weapon use.


What serial killer was stabbed in prison?

Peter Sutcliffe was stabbed in the eyes and blinded while in prison. David Berkowitz's throat was slashed as well.


What is the primary purpose of the pre-sentence investigation?

The primary purpose of a pre-sentence investigation is to provide the court with information about the offender's background, criminal history, and other relevant factors that can help determine an appropriate sentence. It assists the court in making an informed decision and tailoring the sentence to the individual circumstances of the case.


How is life different for a convicted felon?

Convicted felons can't vote. They can't own a gun. If they do, it's a five year prison sentence. Many employers won't hire a convicted felon. They have to be careful not to get arrested again because the sentences from judges get harsher - such as 25 years for a third strike in some states. They may be on parole which can have lots of restrictions such as a curfew, no going to bars, or testing for alcohol and drugs. In Ky. we have the persistent offender statute. 2nd felony with the PFO(persisitant felony offender) you will get the max sentence,ie,class D felony carries 1 to five years. With the pfo, you will get 5 eyesore's. On the third felony conviction with the PFO it's a whole nother ball game. The class D felony gets enhanced to a class C felony which carries 5 to 10 years and is usually 10 flat, no parole unless your very connected in some way. Violent crimes , even for first timers, you must do 85% of your sentence befor you see the parole board. As said befor.finding a job at all is close to impossible due to the simplicity of getting a background check. The PFO and violent crime enhancements is why the Ky prisons are so over populated.

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What type of sentence did an offender receive if he has been convicted of two or more crime's but his prison sentence is considered complete once the longest single term has been served?

A sentence an offender received if he has been convicted of two or more crime's but his prison sentence is considered complete once the longest single term has been served is a concurrent sentence. It is a less severe penalty than consecutive sentencing.


Why can't judges impose any sentence on an offender when convicted by the court?

They do; judges are those primarily responsible for deciding what punishments (jailtime, fines, reparation) will be given to a convicted offender, in accordance with the laws of that region.


How do you use convicted in a complete sentence?

There is a prisoner in our city jail who was convicted of a serious crime.


When are you released on a 21 year sentence?

At the time of sentencing, the judge will pronounce two periods of time: a minimum and a maximum. for instance, an offender may be given a sentence of 10 to 40 years. The ten years is the minimum, and in Truth in Sentencing states, that offender will do ten years before ever being considered for parole. In states where administrative "good time" is still given, the offender with a ten year sentence could do as little as five years before being considered for parole. It all depends upon the sentencing statutes of the state in which the offender was convicted. Also, when the offender is delivered to the DOC in your state, the paperwork that accompanies him will display a "Conditional Release Date." This is the soonest he can be considered for parole. It is possible also that in some states the judge may pronounce a "flat" sentence, that is only one period of time will be mentioned in the sentence, say ten years. Depending on the sentencing laws of that state, the offender may have to do the full sentence and discharge from prison at the end with no parole, or he could be held on parole for a determined or indeterminate amount of time. The law is capricious about sentencing.


What is a mixed sentence in criminal justice?

A sentence that requires that a convicted offender served weekends (or other specified periods of time) in a confinement facility (usually a jail) while undergoing probationary supervision in the community.


How doese a Felony from another state affect your sentence in FL?

While the information that you are a convicted felon in another state may be ruled inadmissable at trial and the info withheld from the jury, if you are found guilty it CAN affect the decision on your sentence. Your status as a repeat offender felony offender WOULD be known to the judge at time of sentencing and COULD have a bearing on the sentence that you are given.


Does ca require out of state felons to register when they move there?

If you are a convicted felon who has completely satisified all the sentence imposed on you by the court, no.If you are a convicted sex offender, yes, you must.If your parole has been transferred (by the court) to California from whatever state you were convicted in, yes, they MUST be notified as well.


Defendant goes to jail for a year is it a felony or misdemeanor?

It depends entirely on what you were charged with - NOT - what sentence the judge imposed. If the statute written by the legislature calls for a sentence of MORE THAN one year it is, by definition, a felony. The judge, at his discretion, can sentence persons convicted of felony-class crimes to serve less than the minimum sentence, however, the offender remains a convicted felon nonetheless.


The status of a convicted offender who has been conditionally released from prison by expiration of his or her sentence is placed under the supervision of a parole agency and is required to observe?

please explain conditional release from jail


Are gerund phrase considered as sentence?

A gerund phrase is not considered a sentence. See below: waiting for the bus (a gerund phrase, not a complete sentence) While waiting for the bus, I like to listen to music. (complete sentence)


Can you be sentence as a second or subsequent offender and habitual offender?

Yes, a person can be sentenced as both a second or subsequent offender and a habitual offender, depending on the laws of the jurisdiction. A second or subsequent offender typically refers to someone who has been convicted of the same crime multiple times, while a habitual offender is someone with multiple convictions across different offenses. Sentencing enhancements may apply in both cases, leading to stricter penalties. The specific definitions and consequences vary by state or country.


Can a person who's been sentenced choose the death penalty?

Convicted inmates do not have a choice of their sentence. They must complete the sentence that is handed down by the courts.