If convicted of multiple offenses, will my sentences be added together?
If convicted on multiple charges, an individual’s sentences will run either consecutively or concurrently. The individual serves concurrent sentences at the same time. This process results in a shorter overall sentence. In contrast, consecutive sentences follow one after the other, and the resulting time served is much longer.
These stacked sentences can quickly add up, so you want to work with an experienced lawyer who knows how to argue for a concurrent sentence whenever the law allows it.