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Sentencing Resources

Materials that will help you argue for the best sentence possible for your clients.

Immigration and Offenses Involving Noncitizens

Defenses and sentencing arguments in illegal re-entry and illegal entry, harboring, smuggling, and transporting cases.

Bail and Pretrial Release

Here you will find resources concerning the Bail Reform Act and pretrial release, including materials on (1) bail arguments and release motions; (2) client interviews and release plans; as well as (3) information on risk assessment tools and links to other resources.

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