Walker v. State

Lawton Robert Walker appeals an order modifying a condition of probation. We affirm.

Appellant pled guilty to one count of DUI manslaughter in exchange for a sentence of six years probation, 300 days in Dade County Jail, and payment of restitution to the victim’s family for the victim’s medical and funeral expenses. Four years later, appellant appeared in court for a report regarding probation. The probation officer informed the court that the insurance company had paid for the victim’s funeral expenses and the family did not want restitution from appellant. The prosecutor orally moved to…