In ALL cases, preparing for the Sentencing Hearing should start as soon as possible. Why? a) Depending on whether it’s a state or federal case, there may only be weeks (or months) after the guilty verdict. b) Getting all medical records via
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The Critical Role of the Presentence Report MARC BLATSTEIN, D.P.M.; FAY F. SPENCE, J.D.; E.J. HURST II, J.D.; AND MAUREEN BAIRD Prisoners have a constitutional right to adequate medical care, but what that means and how to get needed treatment
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The Critical Role of the Presentence Report Dr. MARC BLATSTEIN, D.P.M.; FAY F. SPENCE, J.D.; E.J. HURST II, J.D.; AND MAUREEN BAIRD The Federal Lawyer January/February 2021 Prisoners have a constitutional right to: Adequate medical care, But what that means and how to
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Reduction in Recidivism Requires the Attorney General to develop a risk and needs assessment system The BOP assesses the recidivism risk and criminogenic needs of all federal prisoners Place them in recidivism-reducing programs Including productive activities to address their needs and reduce
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Probation Officers Representing The Court: They Conduct The Presentence Interview, This is critical – as from it they prepare Your Presentence Report (PSR), Which acts as your “referral” to The Federal Bureau of Prisons for everything >< For a No Obligation Free Consult Call
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FSA, Productive Activities (PA) Healthy Steps for Older Adults 2022 Program Description Healthy Steps for Older Adults is an evidence-based falls prevention program designed to raise participants’ knowledge and awareness of steps to take to reduce falls and improve health and well-being.
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AARP Foundation Finances 50+ (2022) Program Description This program provides financial education and counseling for vulnerable households, particularly adults age 50+. Older adults face unique challenges in financial planning and weak job prospects. This program will assist the older adult in financial
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Schizophrenia in Federal Prison In federal prison, Schizophrenia is a mix of symptoms that varies from person to person and affects the mind. When severe, people have trouble staying in touch with reality. It’s hard for someone to think clearly, make
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SEX OFFENDER SAFETY – PART OF YOUR SENTENCING CALCULATION It is important for the court to consider your client’s, (sex offender) safety, by requesting the court grant initial placement into a Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP), while waiting for your client’s voluntary
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The complicated care required for Post-COVID Long-Haulers is likely beyond the mission of most (if not all) prisons, jails, and detention centers. According to researchers, this is still an active area of investigation. As we are approaching spring/fall 2022/2023, the Post-COVID Pandemic
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