Judge Johnson is required by his state to refer to a matrix then issue a sentence that falls within a range of months for an offender with particular characteristics who has been convicted of a particular crime category. Judge Johnson is following

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Presumptive sentencing guidelines provide a range of sentences for specific offenses and offender characteristics, which judges are generally expected to follow unless there are compelling reasons not to. This approach aims to ensure consistency and fairness in sentencing.

Judge Johnson Is Required by His State to Refer to a Matrix