People v. Zuniga

Opinion

HANING, J.

Carlos Zuniga, also known as Antonio Vargas, appeals the imposition of a state prison sentence following revocation of probation. He contends the court failed to state its reasons for sentencing him to prison rather than reinstating probation. We affirm.

Facts

Since this appeal involves only a sentencing issue a detailed recitation of facts is unnecessary. In March 1995, after appellant pled guilty to sale of cocaine (Health & Saf. Code, § 11352, subd. (a)), imposition of sentence was suspended and appellant was placed on three years’ probation. Following his May 21, 1995,…