People v. Jackson
Opinion
Opinion
Boland, J.
INTRODUCTION
Appellant Veronica Antonia Jackson challenges the extension of her probationary term on the grounds the trial court improperly found her in violation of probation and extended the duration of her probation beyond five years. We conclude the court was warranted in finding appellant in violation of her probation conditions, but improperly extended her probationary term for an additional five years.
BACKGROUND AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY
Appellant was charged with receiving aid by misrepresentation (Welf. & Inst. Code, § 10980, subd. (c)(2)) and four counts of perjury by false application for aid (Pen. Code, § 118). On August 19, 1996, she pled guilty to receiving aid by misrepresentation and was granted probation on various conditions, including payment of $15,862.00 in restitution, at a minimum payment of $50 per month.
On March 5, 1999, appellant’s probation was summarily revoked for desertion. On November 23, 1999, appellant admitted violating her probation and waived her right to a revocation hearing. Through her counsel, appellant asked the trial court to release her from custody and “make probation five years from today . . . .” After she was found in…