Sentence Modification Jurisdiction Rules

Summary

Only the court that originally imposed a sentence in Kentucky has the jurisdiction to modify it. This is based on state and federal law principles. If the Department of Corrections has altered your sentence, it may be outside their authority. Consider consulting a lawyer specializing in post-conviction or sentence modifications for personalized advice.

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need ky case law on only court of jurisdiction can modify sentence
Hi Aaron! I'm here to help. While I can't provide specific Kentucky case law, I can offer general information:
- Only the court that originally imposed the sentence has the jurisdiction to modify it.
- This principle is grounded in both state and federal law.
- Appeals or motions for sentence modification typically need to be filed in the same court.
Is there a specific aspect of your case or additional details you need help with?
DOC added 6 years to my sentence using KRS *.*(*) outside court of jurisdictions authority
It sounds like you’re dealing with a complex issue. Since you're in Ohio and dealing with Kentucky law (KRS *.*(*)), it's essential to understand if this specific statute was applied correctly. You might want to consider consulting a lawyer who specializes in post-conviction or sentence modifications.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
no. And I'm in Kentucky not Ohio
Case Rating: *
Thanks for the clarification, Aaron. Since you're dealing with a complex situation involving Kentucky law and the Department of Corrections' authority, I recommend consulting a lawyer who specializes in post-conviction or sentence modifications, even though you declined to be connected to local lawyers.
Is there any other specific aspect of your case you need help with?