Based on the facts provided to you in week 1 discussion  #2, the investigation report, the confession by Mayo and the witness statements made by Dietz and Joe answer the following:

1) Assuming Mayo is found guilty at trial, what would you recommend as an appropriate sentence for Mayo? Please answer this question from both positions of being the prosecutor and the defense attorney representing Mayo. Discuss why and make sure to support your thoughts.

2) Would there be a mandatory-minimum sentence at issue in this case? Discuss why.

3) Are there any appealable issue for Mayo's attorney to file?