Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

sentencing reviews

I was curious how a sentence review

works. Can you go in front of the judge

to get reduced after you serve

minimum sentence or is it 75% of your

sentence. It is for Dui


Asked on 5/01/09, 5:08 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: sentencing reviews

Sadly, neither are at issue. The only question is whether you have complied with the conditions of your sentence, usually other than the jail time. Conditions like getting treatment, having law abiding behavior, no contact with specific individuals, etc. Often, the mere fact that a hearing is set means there is an allegation that you have violated a condition. The Judge, if he/she finds that you have, can give you more jail time. Contact me directly if you'd like further assistance.

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Answered on 5/04/09, 2:16 pm


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