Former UK Student Sophia Rosing Seeks Early Release

Sophia Rosing, a former University of Kentucky student, seeks shock probation to shorten her 12-month jail sentence. She has already served four months and wants to be released early. Shock probation is when a judge lets someone out of jail after a short time—enough to “shock” them into realizing the consequences of their actions—and then places them on probation instead of keeping them locked up.

Why Was She Sentenced?

According to the Kentucky Kernel, Rosing got in trouble for an incident in November 2022. A video that went viral showed her using a racial slur and physically attacking a desk clerk at Boyd Hall, a university dorm. She pleaded guilty to:
Four counts of fourth-degree assault (a misdemeanor in Kentucky),

One count of disorderly conduct, and one count of alcohol intoxication.

She was sentenced in October 2024 to 12 months in jail, plus 100 days of community service and a $25 fine. That’s why she’s now asking for a change.

What’s Her Request?
In a motion filed with the Fayette County Circuit Court, Rosing is asking the judge to:
Suspend the rest of her jail time,

Put her on probation or an alternative sentence, supervised by the Division of Probation and Parole.

She’s proposing strict rules for herself, like:
Supervised release,

Counseling, and More community service.

Her attorney, Daniel Whitley Sr., says she’s not a “violent offender” under Kentucky law because her crimes don’t fit the state’s definition of a violent crime.

What’s Next?
Right now, the judge hasn’t decided. According to a court clerk, there’s no hearing scheduled yet. So, Rosing is still waiting to find out if she’ll get out early. Do you think she should get out early?