SECTION 24-21-440. Period of probation.

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SC Code › Title 24 › Chapter 21 › Article 5 › Section 24-21-440

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The period of probation or suspension of sentence shall not exceed a period of five years and shall be determined by the judge of the court and may be continued or extended within the above limit.

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