What is the appropriate sentencing for a defendant who has revoked his probation?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Herrera, H038416 (Cal. App. 2013):
As defendant notes, upon revocation of probation, the trial court had three sentencing options, namely: (1) to reinstate probation on the same terms and conditions; (2) to reinstate probation on modified terms and conditions; or (3) to terminate probation and commit the defendant to state prison. (People v. Medina (2001) 89 Cal.App.4th 318, 321-322.)
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