The state appeals a downward departure from the sentencing guidelines. We reverse.
Pursuant to a plea bargain with the court, the defendant pled guilty to possession of cocaine and was sentenced to three years' probation although the recommended guidelines range was 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years' imprisonment. The prosecution objected to the downward departure. The small quantity of drugs involved and...
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