Sentencing In Criminal Cases: Frequently Asked Questions
Las Vegas criminal defense attorney Parviz Heshmati can teach you about the basics of criminal law, including classification of crimes, tips on how to handle your arrest, types of evidence, and the language typically used and what it means.
Sentencing: What are some penalties that you may face with a conviction? What does the judge take into consideration when choosing the sentence?
Punishment for a person who has been convicted of a crime through a jury verdict, plea bargain or guilty plea is determined at the time of sentencing.
1. The penalties of a criminal conviction may include:
- Fines
- Jail or prison sentence
- Probation
- Suspended sentence, which takes effect if terms of probation are violated
- Restitution, which is paid to the crime victim
- Community service
- Drug or alcohol treatment programs
2. Considerations of sentencing:
The judge will generally take into account punishments and sentencing ranges noted in state statutes and factors related to each specific case. These factors may include:
- The defendant's criminal history, or lack thereof
- The nature of the crime, how it was committed and the impact it had on the victims
- The defendant's personal, economic and social circumstances
- The defendant's expression of regret or remorse for the crime
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, Las Vegas defense attorney Parviz Heshmati may be able to best explain the sentencing process in regard to your charges.
Time Is Ticking Away 4-3-2-1-0
The more time that goes by in a criminal case without protection from a qualified attorney, the harder it may be to secure the best possible results. Don't wait. Contact us today at 702-432-1000. We offer free consultations. Hablamos español.
