What happens if the defendant either pleads guilty or is found guilty by a judge or jury?
Answer
The case will be set for sentencing, usually about thirty days from the date of the guilty plea or trial. In misdemeanor cases the sentencing may be the same day as the guilty plea or trial. If it is a felony, the defendant will sometimes waive the thirty day period. During this time the probation department will prepare a Pre-Sentence Investigation Report (PSI Report). The probation officer assigned to the case should contact all victims and ask for their input and feelings about the defendant.