QUESTION
Does my brother have to do the maximum sentence for a third felony intent to do great bodily harm?
Asked on Sep 13th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Michigan
7 ANSWERS
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Deltona, FL
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R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
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No.
Answered on May 22nd, 2013 at 3:05 AM
Michael J. Breczinski
In Michigan there is a maximum and minimum sentence if sent to prison. A person only does the maximum if he keeps acting up in prison.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:41 AM
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Nelson & Lawless
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If convicted of a third strike felony, he gets 25 to life. T
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:41 AM
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Francis John Cowhig
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It will depend on the judge, D.A. and how good his attorney is. If there are mitigating circumstances he may be able to get the low or mid term of the sentence.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:40 AM
Michael Paul Vollandt
If this is not a 3rd strike sentence then the Judge can make the parameters of the time of custody based upon other factors.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:39 AM
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Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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It is entirely up to the judge who will sentence him. The facts of the case are also a big factor. third felony intent to do great bodily harm.sounds like he needs to be in jail for a long time.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:38 AM
Leonard A. Kaanta
It depends on the presentencing report.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2012 at 9:37 AM