Judges and Judiciary
Dec. 29, 2009
Factors to Rely on for Determinate Sentencing
Superior Court Judge Henry J. Hall sets forth the aggravating and mitigating factors that guide sentencing choices under the Determinate Sentencing Law.
Under the Determinate Sentencing Law (Penal Code, Section 1170 et seq.,), judges must determine whether to impose the high, low, or middle prison terms for felony offenses. It is important for all bench officers and attorneys handling felony cases to be aware of the intricacies of the California Rules of Court that set forth aggravating and mitigating factors that guide the sentencing choices under the Determinate Sentencing Law
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