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Lesson plans, books, and courses to help you understand a criminal investigation, prepare for sentencing, and plan for the best possible outcome on the journey ahead. Learn how to give decision-makers more to consider than your criminal charge.
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10 Things to Do After the FBI Shows Up
Watch a video covering what to do next, mistakes to avoid, and how to find and evaluate an attorney.
Understanding Proffer Agreements
Access nine lesson plans and videos explaining the proffer process and questions to discuss with your defense attorney.
Interviews With Judges and Other Experts
Listen to video interviews we did with federal judges, probation officers, and other experts. They advise on what may support a request for leniency—and what can hurt it.
Preparing to Ask for Leniency
What does a judge mean by “If you break my window, don’t say sorry. Fix the window”? Watch videos explaining how to apply that message when asking for leniency.
Addressing a DOJ Press Release
Concerned about what clients, lenders, and business partners find when they search your name? Learn how to create a timestamped record that gives them more to consider.
Books You Can Download
Download PDFs of Lessons from Prison, Ethics in Motion, After the Fall, The Straight-A Guide by Michael Santos, and other books by people who faced prison.
Federal Prison Surrender Checklist
What should you handle before surrender? What can you bring? Use the checklist to prepare before reporting to prison.
Avoiding Disciplinary Problems in Prison
A disciplinary problem can interfere with plans for release. Learn about problems to avoid so you can spend your time implementing your release plan.
Weekly Webinars and Replays
Bring questions about sentencing, prison, or release. Watch past discussions and use the notes to find the parts that apply to your circumstances.
Ten Emails With Short Videos
Receive a series based on whether you’re awaiting sentencing or have already been sentenced. Each email includes a short video explaining how to use the resources.
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