He was charged with abuse of office, detained for several months and released on March 6, 2008 with a probationary sentence.
Others receive probationary sentences because the shortage of prison space prevents their incarceration.
How many muggers and armed robbers who plead guilty are given probationary sentences based on promises of future good behavior?
Although his lawyer asked for a probationary sentence, Donaghy admitted that he had "brought shame on myself, my family and the profession".
The results were two misdemeanor convictions and a probationary sentence.
His wife, who had stood lookout in the hotel corridor, received a probationary sentence.
On 3 October 2006, he was given a three-month probationary sentence and fined €7,500 for this offence.
Davis later pled guilty to misdemeanor third-degree assault and received a two-year probationary sentence.
Ms. Gleason said she had received the probationary sentence for her participation in passing a bad check in 1985.
The ability to revoke probation for repeated failed drug tests and refusal to comply with even the most basic terms of a probationary sentence.
