Difference between revisions of "Consecutive sentences"
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| − | '''Consecutive sentences''' are successive sentences, one beginning at the expiration of another, imposed against a [[defendant]] convicted of two or more violations. (See also cumulative or concurrent sentences.) [[Category:Legal Terms]] | + | '''Consecutive sentences''' are successive prison sentences, one beginning at the expiration of another, imposed against a [[defendant]] convicted of two or more violations. (See also cumulative or concurrent sentences.) [[Category:Legal Terms]] |
Revision as of 17:51, May 2, 2008
Consecutive sentences are successive prison sentences, one beginning at the expiration of another, imposed against a defendant convicted of two or more violations. (See also cumulative or concurrent sentences.)