Will A Court Always Accept A Plea Deal?
While plea deals are very common, a court does not have to accept a plea deal. If a judge refuses to accept a deal, the case moves forward.
Category: Sentencing
Explainer: The Case for Community Service Sentences
Community service sentences are an alternative to incarceration that benefits the defendant and the community.
What are Prior Record Variables?
Some states like Michigan base their sentences on prior record variables. Make sure your PRV score is correct at sentencing.
What is an Offense Variable?
Some states like Michigan base their sentences on offense variables. It's crucial that you make sure your OV score is correct at sentencing.
How Do You File A Motion For Resentencing?
There are situations in which you can file a motion for resentencing, but those situations are limited in criminal cases.
What Are Sentencing Guidelines?
Whether you're in state court or federal court, the sentencing guidelines will play a role in your sentence no matter what.
What is a Presentence Investigation Report (“PSIR”)?
The Presentence Investigation Report has a huge impact during sentencing, but its impact extends far beyond that.
Can You Challenge the Decision to Put You in Solitary Confinement?
You cannot challenge a decision to put you in solitary confinement. But you can file a lawsuit.
What Can You Do If You Think Your Judge Has A Bias?
You have the right to a fair trial under the Sixth Amendment. This includes the right to a fair judge who does not have a bias against you.
How Do You Request a Pardon or Commutation?
A pardon frees someone from their legal consequences. But how do you request a pardon or clemency?