How Seth Godin’s “Purple Cow” Teaches Defendants to Stand Out in Federal Prison and After Release
(Click the Play button above to listen to the whole podcast) On April 28th, 2008, my mom and older brother drove me […]
5 Common Mistakes Defendants Make in Federal Investigations
The Most Common Mistakes Defendants Make in a Federal Investigation When federal agents show up, every choice you make matters. Most defendants […]
Why Your Conduct in Federal Prison Directly Affects Early Release and Program Benefits
At a federal prison camp, no one will stop you from complaining. You can mock the programs, dismiss the people working to […]
First Step Act Home Confinement Update: How the Conditional Placement Date Accelerates Your Referral—If You’re Ready
The June 2025 BOP memo introduces a key concept that affects release timing: the Conditional Placement Date (CPD). This is not a […]
What You Need to Know About Federal Prison Designation (And Why It Starts Before Sentencing)
If you’re facing a sentencing hearing in federal court, one of the most overlooked—but essential—steps is understanding how the Bureau of Prisons […]
How the PSR Affects Your Life After Prison
The PSR Doesn’t End With Your Sentence After release, probation officers will use the PSR to determine: Preparing for a Successful Reentry […]
SHOULD YOU COOPERATE AFTER A REVERSE PROFFER?
Introduction You just sat through a reverse proffer. The government laid out its evidence—emails, financial records, maybe even a cooperating witness. It’s […]
WHAT IS A REVERSE PROFFER? UNDERSTANDING THIS STRATEGIC TOOL IN FEDERAL CASES
Introduction In our prior proffer articles, we’ve covered: Today, we’re going to explore a lesser-known but equally important legal tool: the reverse […]
The BEST Part About Going To FEDERAL PRISON
A business student at USC asked me: “What was the best part about going to federal prison?” At first, I thought it […]
The Cost of Doing Nothing in Federal Prison—and How to Avoid It
Boredom in a minimum-security camp isn’t just inconvenient; it can quietly ruin you. It turns short sentences into endless days and leaves […]
Home Depot Is Beneath Me: A Doctor’s Ego vs. Federal Sentencing
A doctor awaiting sentencing scoffs at the idea of working at Home Depot, believing it’s beneath them. This arrogance sends the wrong […]
5 Steps To Stay On Track In Prison Camp
During my time in federal prison, I learned the value of focus. It wasn’t easy to block out the noise and distractions […]