Minnesota § 631.20 - HEARING; SENTENCE

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§ 631.20. HEARING; SENTENCE

After a plea or verdict of guilty, if the court has discretion as to the extent of the punishment, and if either party suggests that there are aggravating or mitigating circumstances which may be properly considered in imposing sentence, the court may hear the issue summarily, at a specified time, and upon notice to the adverse party as it may direct. The aggravating or mitigating circumstances must be presented by the testimony of witnesses examined in open court.

History:

(10724) RL s 5377; 1985 c 265 art 11 s 1

Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes

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Section 631.20 ("HEARING; SENTENCE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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