GERBER, J.
The defendant violated probation and requested reinstatement. In response, the circuit court requested the defendant to provide a reason for a downward departure. After the defendant was unable to do so, the court revoked the defendant's probation and sentenced him to prison. The defendant argues that the court mistakenly believed it did not have the discretion to reinstate his probation without grounds for a downward departure. We agree with the defendant...
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