Q: I was sentenced in May 2015 to 24 hours community service and an anger management class. I haven't done my sentence yet
Because I filed with the the court an intent to appeal. I don't seem to have an appeal though. Is it possible to ask the judge to suspend my sentence. I am a first time offender, and I did not do what I was found guilty of.
A: Talk to a lawyer about your options. You can ask the judge to suspend the sentence until your appeal is decided, but it is judicial discretion on whether to suspend your sentence. Also, be aware that there is a very short period of time to appeal a conviction; the notice of appeal can be as little as 10 days after final conviction.
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