Section 9726 – Fine
§ 9726. Fine. (a) Fine only.–The court may, as authorized by law, sentence the defendant only to pay a fine, when, having regard to the nature and circumstances of the crime and to the history and character of the defendant, it is of the opinion that the fine alone suffices. (b) Fine as additional sentence.–The […]
Section 9721 – Sentencing generally
§ 9721. Sentencing generally. (a) General rule.–In determining the sentence to be imposed the court shall, except as provided in subsection (a.1), consider and select one or more of the following alternatives, and may impose them consecutively or concurrently: (1) An order of probation. (2) A determination of guilt without further penalty. (3) Partial confinement. […]
Section 9722 – Order of probation
§ 9722. Order of probation. The following grounds, while not controlling the discretion of the court, shall be accorded weight in favor of an order of probation: (1) The criminal conduct of the defendant neither caused nor threatened serious harm. (2) The defendant did not contemplate that his conduct would cause or threaten serious harm. […]