People v. Simpson CA2/1

BACKGROUND

I. In September 2017, Simpson Is Placed on Probation

On September 25, 2017, Simpson pleaded no contest in this case to felony attempted pandering by procuring another person for the purpose of prostitution. (Pen. Code, §§ 664 & 266i, subd. (a)(1).)1 Imposition of sentence was suspended, and the trial court placed Simpson on formal probation for three years. The terms and conditions of his probation included: serving three days in county jail (with credit for three days served); obeying all laws and orders of the court; obeying all rules, regulations, and instructions of the Los Angeles County Probation Department (the Probation Department); cooperating with his probation officer on a probation plan; reporting to his probation officer within 48 hours of the hearing; and paying fines and assessments totaling $470.

II. July 2018 Probation Violation Hearing

On July 19, 2018, Simpson pleaded no contest to misdemeanor criminal threats (§ 422) in case number 8SV02656 (San Fernando Courthouse). Imposition of sentence was suspended, and the trial court placed Simpson on formal probation for three years. Under the terms and conditions of his

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