Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Unfair Sentencing?

I recently pled guilty of public intoxication and distrubing(i.e. resisting) arrest in Napa, CA and sentenced to 48 hours of work at Goodwill, $140 fine and given a two year probational period, though I dont have to report to an officer. I am comfortable with the fine, but feel the hours of ''community service'' are extreme and that the 2yr probation period un-necessary. What can I do to get the probation revoked?


Asked on 11/07/08, 2:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: Unfair Sentencing?

Probably nothing. Buyer's remorse is not grounds for modifying a sentence.

Did you have a lawyer, or did you enter this plea on your own? It's possible that the court made a procedural mistake when it took your plea and/or when it sentenced you, but that isn't likely. Your question gives no reason to think the court did anything wrong.

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Answered on 11/07/08, 2:44 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Unfair Sentencing?

Nothing. You agreed to it. You don't get 'do overs' in court or life.

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Answered on 11/07/08, 2:52 pm


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