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DEVELL HAWKINS, Appellant
vs.
STATE OF FLORIDA, Appellee.
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Issues:
Random testing, drugs, probation,
Case Summary:
Devell Hawkins, appeals several sentencing provisions connected to his conviction for armed robbery. Among the provisions are stipulations that require Hawkins to pay the fees for court-ordered drug testing and a requirement that he inform potential employers of his probation status.
Decision of lower jurisdiction:
The Circuit Court of Polk County convicted Hawkins of armed robbery and outlined several conditions he must follow when granted probation. Hawkins now appeals.
Outcome:
A split decision. The Florida Court of Appeals, Second District, affirmed Hawkins' conviction, but tossed out several of the probation conditions issued by the lower court.