Ky. R. Crim. P. 12.76 (2026)

(1) (Death.)

A sentence of death shall be stayed pending review by an appellate court, but the defendant may be transferred to the penitentiary.

(2) (Imprisonment.)

The execution of a sentence of imprisonment shall be stayed if an appeal is taken and the defendant is admitted to bail.

(3) (Fine.)

A sentence to pay a fine or a fine and costs, if an appeal is taken, may be stayed by the trial court upon such terms as the court deems proper.

(4) (Probation.)

A sentence of probation may be stayed if an appeal from the conviction or sentence is taken. If the sentence is stayed, the court shall fix the terms of the stay.

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HISTORY: Amended by Order 2009-01, eff. 4-1-09; prior amendments eff. 2-1-01 (Order 2000-1), 1-1-89 (Order 88-4), 7-1-76; adopted eff. 1-1-63