I was sentenced among other things for dui to community service. Due to a mental illness and alot of meds I have side effects that cause me to be very

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I was sentenced among other things for dui to community service. Due to a mental illness and alot of meds I have side effects that cause me to be very

Tired and lathargic during the day. My question is can I get my community service reduced or dismissed with backing of my doctors??

Asked on June 26, 2009 under Criminal Law, New Jersey

Answers:

B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

I doubt it.  You would have to make a motion to have your sentence changed, and the judge might substitute something even less pleasant if he does anything at all.  There are fairly limited reasons permitted under the court rules to modify a sentence, and these can be hard to meet even with a lawyer.  I'd recommend having an attorney review all of the facts of your case, for reliable advice on whether you have a chance at success with this, and, if so, what would be the best approach.

However, there are a number of ways to do community service, and if your doctors will document your medical condition, you may be able to get assigned something that will not be too difficult.


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