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Should I Plead Guilty? Evaluating a Plea Agreement

A deep dive into deciphering prosecutor traps and understanding the waiver of appellate rights.

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Sentencing Is Fast Approaching: What To Do!

How to prepare your mitigation packet, correct your PSR, and write a statement to the Judge.

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How do I File for an Appeal?

The strict timeline, notice of appeal requirements, and preserving your arguments for the Circuit Court.

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Understanding the Safety Valve

How mandatory minimums work and how to qualify for relief under 18 U.S.C. ยง 3553(f).

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Ghost Dope & The PSR

Challenging uncharged conduct in your Presentence Report before the judge calculates your guidelines.

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Vetting a Federal Defense Attorney

The critical questions you must ask before handing over a massive retainer to a private attorney.

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