State v. Hatfield

Brogan, Judge.

Darrel Stephen Hatfield appeals from the denial of his motion for shock probation under R.C. 2947.061. Hatfield asserts that a defendant who has been sentenced to consecutive terms of imprisonment may move for shock probation between thirty to sixty days after the commencement of each of his sentences. We disagree, and affirm the decision of the trial court.

Hatfield plead guilty to passing bad checks in excess of $5,000, R.C. 2913.11, and securing writings by deception in excess of $5,000, R.C. 2913.43. These convictions carried specifications for a prior offense of violence.…