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Pressure. Rationalization. Opportunity.
I received a call last week from someone recently convicted at trial. He was filled…
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How Judges Use the PSR to Decide Your Fate
The PSR is the Most Important Document in Sentencing The judge makes a final decision,…
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If You’re In Federal Prison, Own It.
The first and most important step in getting through federal prison isn’t finding the right…
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10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before the PSI Interview
1. Have I created a personal narrative that explains—but doesn’t excuse—my conduct? Judges and probation…
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Should You Cooperate? Making the Toughest Decision in Your Case
Cooperation sounds straightforward. Help the government, get a lighter federal prison sentence. That’s the message…
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How the PSR Affects Your Entire Sentence
The PSR Determines More Than Just Your Sentence Length Many people assume the PSR is…
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The Emotional Toll of Cooperation—What It Costs You Beyond the Courtroom
If you’ve read the earlier blogs in this series, you know that cooperation in a…
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The PSR Mistakes That Can Cost You Years
Why the Pre-Sentence Report is More Than a Formality A single document can determine how…
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When Cooperation Backfires—A Cautionary Tale from My Own Case
I’ve written a lot about the potential benefits of cooperation—how a well-prepared defendant can earn…
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