PREPARATION – BEYOND THE LEGAL THE NUANCES OF YOUR PERSONAL BACKGROUND – ARE ‘NOT PART’ OF A TRADITIONAL DEFENSE. A A ANO ONE WAKES UP ONE MORNING INTENDING TO BREAK THE LAW – AND PRISON. WHILE THINKING, THAT’S WHERE I DO NOT WANT TO GO 1st, Take A Breath: Admiral McRaven’s Lessons […]
This advice doesn’t come from me; instead, it comes from federal judges who have been interviewed across the country. * Own the Mistake and Demonstrate Sincere Remorse, by Alan Ellis An allocution can influence judges, but relying on it until sentencing can be a risky strategy. First, construct a sentencing theory where your client […]
Your Clients Have Fears – What Can You Tell Them? We are undergoing a major democratic upheaval that profoundly affects our government, its agencies, and our personal lives like never before! During this challenging time, your clients are understandably filled with anxiety as they confront the unsettling prospect of incarceration. A It is essential not […]
YOUR PHYSICIAN’S PSI RECOMMENDATION * INCLUDES YOUR MEDICAL RECORD THAT’S COMPREHENSIVE AND EMBEDDED INTO YOUR PERSONAL NARRATIVE. ONCE IN YOUR PSR, IT MAY IMPACT YOUR SENTENCE, LIFE, AND CHANCES OF IMPLEMENTING THE SECOND LOOK ACT. Dr. Blatstein. THIS IS NOT NEW.* * The Federal Bureau of Prisons has had issues with staffing shortages before January […]
I) Financial Responsibility Program BOP suggests a minimum for participation in the FRP of $25/quarter, an affordable amount for many. You do not want to use your Commissary Trust Account as your Bank, keeping thousands, if you have a court-ordered financial penalty. WHY? The DOJ would love to come in and take 75%, but the […]
THEIR SAFETY IS PART OF YOUR SENTENCING AND PLACEMENT CALCULATION. * – THE SEX OFFENDER IN FEDERAL PRISON. For issues pertinent to defense strategy, consideration should be given to your client’s placement in preparation for their Presentence Interview. It is important for the court to consider your client’s safety by requesting the court grant initial […]
* BY THE TIME YOU HEAR – YOU’RE THE LAST TO FIND OUT. * PARTICIPATE IN YOUR DEFENSE * The Department of Justice’s Healthcare Fraud Unit. The First case involved an Arizona doctor sentenced for healthcare fraud. This information appeared on my computer on October 24th, a few days ago. The fraudulent claims were made […]
THE PRESENTENCE REPORT – GETTING IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME IS IN YOUR BEST INTEREST. * Here, you will learn what you’ll need to survive and navigate these times because Knowledge and Preparation will help build back the Confidence you’ll need throughout this process. * * H h Since you’ve heard that the DOJ […]
A * PHYSICIAN-ASSISTED PREPARATION V YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BEFORE YOUR PRESENTENCE INTERVIEW A TOGETHER WITH YOUR MEDICAL RECORDS, EMBEDDED INTO YOUR OFFICIAL PRESENTENCE REPORT A MAKING IT A “MEDICAL-REFERRAL,” NEXT A ALLOCUTE WITH YOUR JUDGE – THAT MAY LOWER YOUR SENTENCE * Remember, neither I nor anyone else can make any Promises or Guarantees […]
Q YOUR MEDICAL CARE, PLACEMENT, AND SENTENCE. a The Probation Officer Who Will Be Interviewing You (The PSI), Is The Most Important Person You’ll Meet – Because Your Judge Will Depend On Them For Recommending Your Sentence. This Is Your Moment To Make A Great First Impression. A a HOW CAN YOU MAKE A GREAT […]