| − | '''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 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]] |