deferred sentence
A sentence that will not be carried out if the defendant meets certain requirements, such as complying with conditions of probation. [Cases: Sentencing and Punishment 2051–2054. C.J.S. Criminal Law §§ 425–444, 449–450.]
deferred sentence
deferred sentence
deferred sentence 〈美〉暂缓执行的判决 指如果被告人遵守特定的要求(例如遵从关于缓刑的条件)将不予执行的科刑判决。 (→suspended sentence)