The JTC Compassionate Release Program

The first step that Jail Time Consulting (JTC) takes with each new client is to gather as much information about the client as we can. After gathering this information we initially start to determine if the client is eligible for any sentence reduction programs. One sentence reduction program is the Compassionate Release Program. Compassionate Release is a Bureau of Prison’s program that if granted allows for the early release of any inmate from incarceration. The Compassionate Release program is based upon federal law written in the United States Code.  The mechanism of release will vary depending upon whether the inmate was sentenced under “old law”, before November 1, 1987, or “new law”, on or after November 1, 1987. This Program takes into consideration the safety factors the government considers before reducing the term of imprisonment, as well as the original factors that should have been considered by the sentencing judge when the sentence was first imposed, and certainly those factors that affect the inmate and his family. All of these factors are taken into consideration.

JTC will gather and assess all these factors and determine if we feel the inmate would qualify for this program. This is basically a research and information gathering process. All types of information is gathered about the inmate and his or her family and the legal document filings involved in his case. This first step is called the “CRP (Compassionate Release Program) Initial Assessment©” phase. After a thorough gathering of documents, information and communication with the inmate and his family, we make an initial assessment and discuss our findings with the inmate and family. If we feel that the inmate qualifies for the Compassionate Release Program and there is a reasonable chance of success, we then proceed with step two which is the “Compassionate Release Submission Program ©”. If we feel that there is not a reasonable chance of success, we inform our client and his/her family and no additional fees are due.  






 

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Once we gather this information we compile it in a group of comprehensive Info Sheets© that are provided directly to the Probation Officer performing the PSR interview. Our anticipated goal is to have the client never say a word in his PSR interview. When the Probation Officer asks about our client’s Education and Vocational Skills, we hand the Probation Officer an Info-Sheet^© detailing this information. It is not only totally complete but also contains a copy of the client’s high school diploma, college degrees, copies of transcripts, and any other documentation normally requested. When our client is asked about his Employment Record, we hand the Probation Officer an Info-Sheet© detailing our clients complete employment history including names, addresses, and telephone numbers. When our client is asked for a Financial Report, we hand the Probation Officer a complete financial report detailing all the requested information. These Info-Sheets© include prior criminal history, personal and family data, the defendant’s physical condition, his mental and emotional health, substance abuse, educational and vocational skills, military record, employment record, and the client’s financial record. The Probation Officer will also want to know if the client has any prior convictions and if he has been to federal prison before. All this information is carefully reviewed by JT Consulting prior to the Pre-Sentence Interview so accurate, detailed, and truthful Info-Sheets© can be prepared and ready to deliver to the Probation Officer.

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The Pre-Sentence Interview Document Preparation process is a critical step in the eventual determination of the client’s federal prison sentence by the Federal District Court Judge. It is important that it be done correctly, completely, and accurately. This is especially important since the PSR, intended as an impartial assessment of the defendant, is heavily weighted towards the government’s point of view. Our preparation and documentation prepares the foundation for any subsequent challenges to the content of the Pre-Sentencing Investigation Report by the client and his defense team.

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Armed with these Info-Sheets©, the defendant may participate in the PSI interview with his attorney and/or a member of the JT Consulting staff. A member of the JT Consulting staff, if requested, will participate in this very important interview. We highly recommend that no defendant participates in this interview without legal representation or a JT Consulting staff member being present. Remember, this interview and the resulting report is the single most dominant and definitive event in determining your federal prison sentence, federal prison designation, and the quality of life enhancements while you are in federal prison.

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Please contact us by telephone, email, or fax. The information in this website only represents a small part of our services, knowledge, and capabilities. Contact us now for your free confidential consultation. We are always interested in hearing from prospective clients and will be glad to answer any and all questions. All communications are strictly confidential.

Telephone: (954) 522-2254
Fax: (954) 206-0999
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 7055
Seminole, Florida 33775
Email: info@jailtimeconsulting.com