Q: How likely will it be that my friend’s perp can overturn his sentence?
Her ex stabbed her and almost killed her. He was sentenced to 20 years for “criminal attempt murder” and the KOOL website says that he is to serve 85%. Originally he was charged with attempted murder and assault. The assault charge was to be served at 85% and the attempt at 20%. Now that they’ve dropped the assault the other charge now says 85%. But, my friend was told that attempted murder is not considered a violent crime in Kentucky, and that they should not have been able to change the 20% sentencing on his criminal attemp. We are worried he might be able to get out earlier than expected. How likely is that? Thanks in advance.
A: Both are crimes of violence and subject to the 85% rule. He will not be getting out early by virtue of these charges.
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