Fixing of sentence; suspension or probation of sentence; change in sentence; eligibility for parole; prohibited modifications; exceptions

Judicial consideration of victim impact statement; form document; manner of rebuttal; effect of noncompliance; no creation of cause of action or right of appeal. Oral victim impact statement; presentation of evidence; cross-examination and rebuttal by defendant; effect of noncompliance; no creation of cause of action or right of appeal. Factoring into sentencing determinations citizenship status of convict. Split sentence. Conduct of presentence hearings in felony cases; effect of reversal for error in presentence hearing. Punishment for misdemeanors generally. Punishment for violations of Code Section 40-6-391. Punishment for misdemeanors of a high and aggravated nature. Imposition of misdemeanor punishment for felonies punishable by imprisonment for term of ten years or less. Review of sentences of imprisonment for period exceeding 12 years by three-judge panel [Repealed]. Punishment for serious violent offenders; authorization for reduction in mandatory minimum sentencing. Sec.