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Nov 12  Written By Ronald Chapman II If a federal judge sees credible evidence that someone may be innocent—or that Congress itself now says his sentence is way too long—should the judge be allowed to take that into account when deciding compassionate release? On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear Fernandez...

The new compassionate release law in 2023 and 2024 known as the first step act are being utilized by federal defendants to receive compassionate release from prison. However be careful filing a compassionate release petition or compassionate release letter to the judge, you may spark their anger. A new 6th...

Since United States Watts Federal district courts have used acquitted conduct at sentencing to increase the guidelines of a federal defendant over the objection of a federal criminal defense attorney. Soon, the doctrine will be eviscerated either by the Supreme Court of the United States or the United States Sentencing...

Understanding Compassionate Release: Navigating New Opportunities for Early Prison Release Introduction The concept of compassionate release enables certain inmates in federal prisons to seek early release under specific, extraordinary circumstances. This provision, primarily designed to address severe medical conditions or significant changes in family circumstances, aims to balance justice with...