Superior Court Judge David A. Wiseman said if Jones violates the terms of his probation by committing another crime of domestic violence, the remaining months of his suspended sentence will be re-imposed, in addition to possible additional criminal charges.
Wiseman originally sentenced Jones to five years imprisonment, but all suspended, except for first three years.
After release from prison, Jones will be placed on three years’ probation.
He will pay a $500 fine, a $100 court assessment fee, and a probation fee to be determined by the Adult Probation Office.
He will write a letter of apology and to stay away from his victim for the duration of his probationary period.
Jones will submit to an alcohol and drug assessment and complete any treatment recommended. He will attend and complete anger management counseling and any other counseling recommended.
Jones, moreover, will not possess or consume alcohol during his probationary period, will not enter any establishment or associate with persons that promotes, sells, uses alcohol or controlled substances.
The Attorney General’s Office moved for the dismissal of other charges: assault with a dangerous weapon — high-heeled sandals, two counts of disturbing the peace, and contempt.
In May 2010, Jones spent an additional 110 days at the Corrections facility, in addition to 255 days he had already served for beating up his wife.
In March 2009, police arrested Jones for again beating up his wife.
In Aug. 2009, Jones was arrested after a police officer found him inside the victim’s house in violation of a court protection order.
