State v. Dominguez

The State of Florida appeals the downward departure sentence entered after Dominguez pleaded guilty to a violation of probation in three separate cases charging Dominguez with six counts of dealing in stolen property, two counts of grand theft, and four counts of burglary. The State correctly argues that the trial court erred in departing from the guidelines based upon a finding that Dominguez required specialized treatment for addiction. We reverse because there was no competent, substantial evidence to support a finding that Dominguez was amenable to drug treatment.

A departure sentence…