People v. Martin

A Fulton County jury found Debbie Martin guilty of unlawful delivery of cannabis. She was sentenced to 30 months probation on the condition that she pay a $300 fine and $35 in restitution during the period of her probation. The restitution represented the amount expended by the State in making the controlled purchase which resulted in her arrest. In addition, she was required to pay $120.20 in court costs giving her a total liability of $459.20. On appeal, Miss Martin argues that the court improperly assessed the fíne against her because it neglected to give sufficient consideration to her…