The Two Bobs vs. The BOP
At The Prison Law Firm, the two Bobs, Robert Root III and Robert Rohrbaugh II take on the Bureau of Prisons every single day.…
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Prison Law Firm: Updates
Updates and news relevant to prisoners, their attorneys and family members.
Can a BOP 100-Series Shot Disqualify You from Second Chance Act Home Confinement or Halfway House?
Short Answer A 100-series “shot” (the Bureau of Prisons’ Greatest Severity disciplinary offenses) does not impose an automatic, permanent ban on Second Chance Act…
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Writing a Release Plan: Why It’s Important and How to Do It Right
When you’re in federal prison, one of the most powerful tools you have for earning earlier release and smoother reentry is a release plan.…
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What Is a PSR and Why Is It So Important?
If you’re facing federal sentencing, one of the most important documents in your case is something you may not even have heard of before:…
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Understanding Updated Federal Sentencing Guidelines (with examples)
The Federal Sentencing Guidelines (FSG) help ensure that sentences across the federal system are fair and consistent. But how do they really work—and what’s…
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All Federal Prisons Offering RDAP: A Complete Guide
If you’re serving time in the federal system and battling substance use—RDAP offers a rare chance for rehabilitation and sentence reduction. But it’s not…
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The 20 Best Federal Prison Camps to Serve Your Time
If you’ve been sentenced to federal prison and you’re classified as non-violent, minimum security, you may be eligible for a Federal Prison Camp (FPC)…
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How to Get Clemency in the Federal System
If you or your loved one is serving a sentence in the federal prison system, the idea of clemency might feel like a distant…
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How to Get Home Confinement and Avoid the Halfway House
For many federal inmates nearing the end of their sentence, one question dominates:“Can I go home instead of the halfway house?” The short answer…
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First Step Act: Current Implementation in the BOP
1. Full Operationalization of Home Confinement and RRC Policy As of June 17, 2025, the BOP issued a pivotal directive to fully implement the…
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Early Release from Federal Prison: Paths, Requirements & Timelines
Prison Law Firm • Federal Reentry & Sentencing Guide Updated November 5, 2025 • General information only; not legal advice. At a glance: Compassionate…
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20 Most Dangerous Federal Prisons in America
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) operates over 120 facilities across the country, ranging from low-security camps to maximum-security penitentiaries. While many federal prisons…
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Who Would Want to Hire a Suspended Lawyer Who Went to Federal Prison?
In the legal world, experience matters. Lawyers market themselves based on years in practice, the cases they’ve won, and the courts they’ve argued before.…
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Habeas Corpus: A Lifeline for Federal Prisoners
When you’re serving time in federal prison, every day matters. Whether it’s a miscalculation of credits, a denial of early release opportunities, or an…
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Federal Prison Camp vs Low vs Medium Security
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) operates several types of correctional facilities across the United States. One of the most important differences between facilities…
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RDAP in Federal Prison: How It Works and How to Get In
If you’re facing federal prison time — or already incarcerated — you may have heard of RDAP, the Residential Drug Abuse Program. It’s more…
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Robert Rohrbaugh II: What a Hung Jury, Retrial, and Federal Prison Reveal About the System
Robert Rohrbaugh II’s federal case did not begin with a clean government victory. The first jury acquitted him on one count and could not…
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