(1) In any case where a sentence of 6 (six) months or more of imprisonment may be suspended, suspension may be combined with probation.
(2) When combined with probation suspension may also be granted to an offender with a previous sentence of imprisonment suspended without probation or with a previous sentence of imprisonment for less than 6 (six) months not suspended.
(3) The period of probation may not be less than 3 (three) nor more than 5 (five) years.
(4) Subject to subsections (1) and (2), Section 54 of this Code shall apply to suspension on probation.
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In force from 12-07-2016
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