Sentence examples for setting a sentence from inspiring English sources

Judge Christopher F. Droney of United States District Court said he considered Mr. Ferguson's history of community service and volunteerism in setting a sentence far below federal guidelines.

Under complicated guidelines that are no longer mandatory, Judge Sullivan has wide discretion in setting a sentence, although lawyers familiar with the subject said it was difficult to conceive of a situation in which Mr. Stevens would not be required to spend time in jail.

New laws have removed from judges much of their discretion to set a sentence that takes full account of the circumstances of the offence.

Mandatory minimum sentences eliminate a judge's discretion to set a sentence that fits an individual defendant.

Judge John H. McBryde of Federal District Court set a sentencing date of April 30.

Judge Brown did not set a sentencing date today.

Judge Fried did not promise a specific sentence or set a sentencing date.

As a result, he did not set a sentencing date today.

Judge Eugene H. Nickerson, who presided in the previous trials, did not set a sentencing date for Mr. Aleman.

The presiding judge, Edward M. Coleman, did not set a sentencing date because the prosecution is entitled to try Mr. Williams again on the reckless manslaughter charge.

The judge, Richard J. Sullivan, did not set a sentencing date and both defendants remain free on bail, but the judge said he would hear arguments on changing bail conditions on Nov. 26.