State v. Glasper

Johnny Glasper was convicted of a criminal offense. In the sentencing process, the trial court deviated downward from the sentencing guidelines because:

1. Defendant surrendered himself.

2. Defendant is on drug abuse program.

3. Defendant has married and gotten a job.

We hold that reason No. 1 is not a valid clear and convincing reason. State v. Taylor, 482 So.2d 578 (Fla. 5th DCA 1986); and State v. Collins, 482 So.2d 388 (Fla. 5th DCA 1985).

Reason No. 2 is a valid reason. Barbera v. State, 505 So.2d 413 (Fla.1987).

Reason No. 3 is not a valid reason. Taylor.

Since we have valid and invalid…