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Chris Brown Sentenced to 5 Years' Probation

By the Associated Press

Posted Aug 25, 2009 5:56 PM CDT

(AP) – A judge today sentenced Chris Brown to five years' probation and six months' community labor for the beating of Rihanna, then ordered the R&B singer to stay away from his former girlfriend for the next five years. The judge told Brown he could be sent to state prison if he violated any terms of his sentence, including an order to stay 100 yards away from Rihanna unless they're attending music industry events. Rihanna did not attend today's sentencing.

Brown will serve his sentence in his home state of Virginia, and his community labor (graffiti removal, car washing, etc.) will be overseen by the police chief in Richmond. The judge said she was aware of reports that Brown had been spotted on several occasions in the same places as Rihanna. "I am not amused with the chatter that has been on the airwaves, and any violation of your probation in this case comes with the potential for state prison." Brown pleaded guilty in June to one count of felony assault.

Chris Brown sits before the judge during his sentencing.
Chris Brown sits before the judge during his sentencing.   (Rick Loomis)
Chris Brown, left, stands alongside attorney Mark Geragos at his sentencing.
Chris Brown, left, stands alongside attorney Mark Geragos at his sentencing.   (Rick Loomis)
Chris Brown arrives for his sentencing at Los Angeles County Superior Court.
Chris Brown arrives for his sentencing at Los Angeles County Superior Court.   (Chris Pizzello)
Chris Brown smiles during his sentencing today at Los Angeles County Superior Court.
Chris Brown smiles during his sentencing today at Los Angeles County Superior Court.   (Rick Loomis)
Chris Brown looks down during his sentencing.
Chris Brown looks down during his sentencing.   (Rick Loomis)
Rihanna arrives at a cinema in London for the British premiere of Inglourious Basterds on July 23.
Rihanna arrives at a cinema in London for the British premiere of "Inglourious Basterds" on July 23.   (AP Photo/Joel Ryan)
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riffran
Aug 26, 2009 6:57 AM CDT
if I could give multiple thumbs up"s Kookey...I would
Kookey90
Aug 26, 2009 6:17 AM CDT
This guy is a Class A Woman Beating Chump. I wish he would spend some jail time cause I'd like to see the Mandingo Brothers chase him around the court a few times. I'm sure that would wipe the smile off his face.
riffran
Aug 26, 2009 4:42 AM CDT
I bet he is happy he aint gonna be somebodys little bitch in the hokey

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