Can I Speak To The Judge Before I'm Sentenced?

Yes. The right of allocution is the right of the defendant to speak on her own behalf in open court before the judge prior to the pronouncement of sentence.

In addition to this right you may present evidence to the Court in order to persuade the court that probation or a lighter sentence is appropriate in your case.

Evidence may consist of witnesses who are familiar with the defendant´s character and can give positive information regarding her potential for a successful probation.