Author Question: Scott's 5-year sentence is for a definite term of 5 years. This is the maximum sentenced set in law ... (Read 53 times)

jho37 · **on:** Aug 17, 2018

Scott's 5-year sentence is for a definite term of 5 years. This is the maximum sentenced set in law by the legislature. What type of sentence will Scott be serving?

a. mandatory c. indeterminate
b. determinate d. presumptive

Question 2

Scott decided that he was going to reject the plea deal offered by the prosecutor of 2 years in prison. Instead, he opts for a trial, where he is found guilty by a jury after 2 hours of deliberation. The judge imposes a 4-year sentence for the aggravated assault and a 1-year sentence for the possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The judge informs Scott that the sentences will be imposed at the same time, but they will be served one after the other. Therefore, Scott must serve 5 years in state prison. What type of sentences will Scott be serving?

a. concurrent
b. consecutive
c. simultaneous
d. specific