People v. Triplett

In this case, the sentencing judge imposed a minimum sentence within the range recommended by the sentencing guidelines,1 but offered no explanation for the sentence. The issues before us today are whether to grant relief to the defendant who complains of the lack of explanation, and, if so, what remedy is appropriate. We hold today that a remand to the trial court for an explanation of the sentence is required in such a circumstance.

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This defendant was charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct.2 Following a three-day jury trial, he was convicted of second-degree criminal sexual…