Q: What would be the penalty for someone on parole that has newly been charged for 5 counts attempted murder & arson
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more info needed.
there is no exact sentence that can be predicted here without knowing a lot more info about the incidents and about you.
was it alcohol-induced or drug?
at the arraignment a public defender will be appointed for you and s/he may be able to give you the broad strokes of the possible sentence.
it also depends on the DA and or Judge you draw.
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Attempted murder in the 1st degree carries a penalty of life in prison.
2nd degree murder carries penalties of 5, 7 or 9 years (low, mid, high terms) in state prison. As a felon on parole, you're not going to get low or mid term so figure 9 years on each count. You're facing the same prison terms if the arson caused great bodily injuries.
In light of the seriousness of the charges you're facing, I suggest you consult with and hire an experienced criminal defense attorney who handles serious and violent felonies, rather than settle on a Public Defender, to go over potential defenses you may have.
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Impossible to say - too many factors need to be considered. However, if you committed the offenses on parole, this can definitely be an aggravating sentencing factor. Also, if you're on parole, you must have a criminal history, which is another potentially aggravating factor. Sounds as if you have significant legal exposure. If you have not already contacted an experienced criminal defense attorney, you should do so immediately.
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