§2155. Factors to be considered by Supreme Judicial Court
In reviewing a criminal sentence, the Supreme Judicial Court shall consider: [PL 1991, c. 525, §2 (AMD).]
1. Propriety of sentence. The propriety of the sentence, having regard to the nature of the offense, the character of the offender, the protection of the public interest, the effect of the offense on the victim and any other relevant sentencing factors recognized under law; and
[PL 1991, c. 525, §2 (AMD).]
2. Manner in which sentence was imposed. The manner in which the sentence was imposed, including the sufficiency and accuracy of the information on which it was based.
[PL 1989, c. 218, §5 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 218, §5 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 525, §2 (AMD).
Structure Maine Revised Statutes
TITLE 15: COURT PROCEDURE -- CRIMINAL
Part 4: JUDGMENT AND PROCEEDINGS
Chapter 306-A: SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT SENTENCE REVIEW
15 §2151. Application to the Supreme Judicial Court by defendant for review of certain sentences
15 §2152. Sentence Review Panel of the Supreme Judicial Court
15 §2153. Procedure for application
15 §2154. Purposes of sentence review by Supreme Judicial Court
15 §2155. Factors to be considered by Supreme Judicial Court
15 §2157. Sentence not stayed nor bail authorized for sentence appeal