Kinsey v. State

Christopher Kinsey appeals the sentence imposed following his entry of an open no contest plea to one count of failing *425to register as a sexual predator. During the sentencing hearing, Mr. Kinsey sought a downward departure sentence under section 921.0026(2)(d), Florida Statutes (2013), asserting that he suffers from a mental disorder. He did not present evidence that the Department of Corrections could not or would not accommodate his apparent need for specialized treatment and the trial court refused to impose the downward departure sentence, adhering to the requirements set forth in State…