Federal Prison Updates
Policy changes, sentence-calculation guidance, First Step Act issues, and practical information for families and lawyers.
Source: DOJ Press Release Opens Investigation, Religious Liberty Discrimination Thursday, Share Facebook — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. More information about…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Sinaloa Cartel Faction Indicted, Drug Trafficking, Firearm Charges Friday — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. “The Sinaloa…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Pleads Guilty, Promoting Fraudulent Tax Avoidance, Scheme Friday — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. In many cases,…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Secures Agreement, Improve Medical Care, Mobility Services Friday — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. “Public entities, including…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Men Arrested, Directing Kidnappings, Killings Overseas Friday — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. citizens Benedict Nwana Kuah,…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Pleads Guilty, Long Running Fraud Scheme, Share Facebook — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. Reporting can help…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Ranking Member, Violent Mexican Drug Cartel, Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Charge — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. announcement…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Child Sexual Abuse Material, Share Facebook, Public Affairs An Oklahoma — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. Attorneys’…
Continue ReadingSource: DOJ Press Release Federal Indictment Charges Man, Illegally Possessing Loaded Machine, Chicago Park — a summarized account of a Justice Department announcement. Mon,…
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As you prepare to self-report to your designated federal facility, here is some guidance on what to expect, what you may bring with you,…
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Inside every federal prison, education isn’t optional for people who don’t already have a high-school diploma or GED. By regulation, anyone without a verified…
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When people hear the word “prison,” they often think of one big system. In reality, the United States has two main systems of incarceration:…
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The First Step Act (FSA) allows eligible federal prisoners to earn time credits that reduce their time in custody or move them earlier to…
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A Bivens claim refers to a civil lawsuit for money damages directly against federal officers (in their individual capacities) for violating your constitutional rights.…
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For individuals entering federal prison—and their families—the term commissary comes up quickly. The commissary is more than just a prison “store.” It’s a lifeline…
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Yes—sometimes. Whether you can earn and apply First Step Act (FSA) time credits turns on the exact statute and penalty subsection listed on your…
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