What Is An Example Of Concurrent?

The definition of concurrent is things that are happening at the same time. An example of concurrent are two TV shows that are both on at 9:00.

Concurrent Sentence

Prison terms for two or more offenses to be served at the same time, rather than one after the other. Example: Two five-year sentences and one three-year sentence, if served concurrently, result in a maximum of five years behind bars.

Source: U.S. Courts

Sentences for more than one crime that are to be served at the same time, rather than one after the other. (See also Cumulative or Consecutive Sentences.)

Source: U.S. Courts

Sentences you can serve at the same time. For example, if you have concurrent sentences of 10 years and 5 years, you must serve a total of 10 years. (Compare with consecutive sentences.)

Source: California Courts.

Last reviewed October 2021