presumptive sentence

An average sentence for a particular crime (esp. provided under sentencing guidelines) that can be raised or lowered based on the presence of mitigating or aggravating circumstances. [Cases: Sentencing and Punishment 34, 654. C.J.S. Criminal Law §§ 1459, 1461, 1463, 1472, 1479.]

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词条贡献者

法律翻译Wayne，毕业于一所培养最顶级翻译人才的语言学院，专注翻译各类与调查、政府执法和白领刑事辩护有关的法律文件。