Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Can a 5yr split sentence be overturned or reduced?

I violated a 5yr split sentence & would like to know if i have to do the full 5yrs in prison or when i go to court can it possibly get reduced?


Asked on 2/05/06, 1:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: Can a 5yr split sentence be overturned or reduced?

People use the term split to mean a variety of things. A true split would be 5 doc followed by 5 probation. It sounds like you mean a five year suspended sentnece. Legally the judge can give you whatever he wants, not to exceed five years. However, they usually impose whatever the deal called for.

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Answered on 2/05/06, 2:24 pm


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