P. v. Alexander CA3
Defendant Thomas Wayne Alexander pled guilty to oral copulation or sexual penetration of a child 10 years old or younger in exchange for a sentence of 15 years to life and dismissal of several other sexual abuse charges and special allegations. The trial court accepted the plea and sentenced defendant accordingly. The trial court, however, reserved jurisdiction over restitution, fines, and fees.
Following a hearing, the trial court ordered defendant to pay $150,000 in direct victim restitution. Defendant appeals the victim restitution order. He asserts the trial court violated his constitutional right under the United States Constitution to a jury determination of the facts and his right to a jury trial under article I, section 16 of the California Constitution.
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