Correction of Sentence
/kəˌrɛkʃən əv ˈsɛntəns/
Definitions
- (n.) An act by a court or judge to amend or rectify an error in the wording of a criminal sentence without altering its intent or duration.
The judge granted a correction of sentence to fix the clerical error in the sentencing order.
- (n.) A procedural remedy to adjust the terms of a sentence post-conviction, often to reflect the correct application of the law or agreed terms.
The defendant's attorney filed a motion seeking correction of sentence due to miscalculation of parole eligibility.
Forms
- correction of sentence
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Commentary
Correction of sentence differs from resentencing in that it typically addresses clerical or technical errors rather than re-evaluating the sentence substance.
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