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Two Point Reduction Questionnaire
Two Point Reduction Questionnaire
Questionnaire for FORM:
Name
Name
First
First
Last
Last
Are you currently represented by a lawyer?
Yes
No
Please provide their contact information
Lawyer’s Name
Lawyer’s Name
First
First
Last
Last
Law Firm
Phone Number
Email
Are you currently in jail or prison?
Yes
No
Case Details
Do you know your case number?
Yes
No
When were you sentenced?
How long was your original sentence?
Have you been previously convicted of any other crimes?
Yes
No
Please provide details:
Retroactive Amendment Awareness:
Have you heard about any recent changes in the law that might affect your sentence?
Yes
No
please explain what you’ve heard:
Eligibility for Sentence Reduction:
Do you know if there are any reasons you might be eligible for a shorter sentence?
Yes
No
please explain what reasons you think might apply to you:
Are you currently employed or receiving any income while incarcerated?
Yes
No
please specify the source and amount of income:
Current Status and Progress
How have things been going for you where you are staying?
Good
Okay
Not Good
Have you been participating in any classes or activities?
Yes
No
please describe what you’ve been doing
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Have you participated in any educational programs or obtained any certifications while incarcerated?
Yes
No
please provide details
Do you have any ongoing health concerns or medical conditions that require attention?
Yes
No
please provide details
Have you received any mental health evaluations or treatment while incarcerated?
Yes
No
please provide details
Disciplinary History:
Have you had any disciplinary issues during your time where you are staying?
Yes
No
please explain what happened
Additional Information
Is there anything else you think is important for the people deciding about your sentence to know? (Please explain)
Are there any family or personal circumstances that you believe are relevant to your case or sentencing?
Yes
No
please provide details
What are your plans and goals for the future upon release from incarceration?
Legal Knowledge
Do you have any understanding of the laws or guidelines that apply to your case?
Yes
No
please provide any details or information you know
Sentencing Factors
Do you recall any specific factors or circumstances mentioned during your sentencing?
Yes
No
please describe any factors you remember
Support Systems
Do you have any family or community support outside of the correctional facility?
Yes
No
please describe the nature of your support system
Educational Background:
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Have you participated in any educational programs or obtained any certifications while incarcerated?
Yes
No
please provide details
Mental Health
Have you received any mental health evaluations or treatment while incarcerated?
Yes
No
please provide details
Future Plans:
What are your plans and goals for the future upon release from incarceration?
Previous Legal History
Have you been previously convicted of any other crimes?
Yes
No
please provide details:
Prompt
TASK: Taking this questionnaire: Craft a comprehensive legal argument for sentence reduction, meticulously considering all aspects of the law relevant to granting the request. Ensure that the argument is supported by cited case law. Review the Completed Questionnaire: Start by thoroughly reviewing the completed questionnaire provided by the petitioner. Identify the federal court of jurisdiction. Pay close attention to their responses, including personal information, case details, awareness of legal changes, eligibility for sentence reduction, current status and progress, disciplinary history, additional information, legal knowledge, sentencing factors, and support systems. Identify Key Points and Legal Principles: Identify key points and legal principles relevant to the petitioner’s case based on their responses. Pay particular attention to factors such as eligibility for sentence reduction, participation in rehabilitation programs, lack of disciplinary issues, and support systems outside the correctional facility. Refer to Relevant Case Law: Refer to relevant case law that supports the petitioner’s eligibility for a sentence reduction. Consider cases such as Freeman v. United States and United States v. DePierre, which affirm the court’s authority to modify sentences based on retroactive amendments to sentencing guidelines. Structure the Argument: Structure the argument in a clear and logical manner, similar to the original sample. Begin with an introduction that briefly outlines the petitioner’s request for a sentence reduction. Follow this with a legal analysis section that discusses the court’s authority to modify sentences and cites relevant case law. Then, discuss the petitioner’s eligibility for a sentence reduction based on their circumstances and refer to specific factors from the questionnaire. Conclude the argument with a persuasive closing statement requesting the court to grant the petitioner’s motion for a reduction of sentence.
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