21 Jun Parole Board Character Reference Letter for Inmate Thin
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Discussion: Parole Board Character Reference Letter for Inmate
Thinking through an effective sentencing strategy includes thoughts about the character reference letters. Every defendant has an opportunity to submit character reference letters that may make an impression on the judge. But what makes a good character reference letter for the court?
In the fall of 2016, our team interviewed Judge Mark Bennett and he spoke specifically about character reference letters. Judge Bennett said that he has read somewhere between 30,000 and 40,000 character reference letters.
He based his estimate on the fact that he has sentenced more than 4,000 people. On average, Judge Bennett said that defendants submit between seven and nine character reference letters. Some defendants, however, go overboard. He spoke about one defendant who submitted 100 character reference letters.
To prepare for this Discussion ,
Review this week’s Learning Resources, especially:
· https://www.governmentregistry.org/criminal-records/parole/letters-to-the-parole-board
· https://www.thebalancecareers.com/character-reference-letter-example-2058721
Assignment:
Post a cohesive Character Reference Letter to Parole Board for Inmate to Parole Board: A ddress the following:
Scenario:
You are a pastor at DCGMinistries writing a Character letter on behalf of Tommy McMillian #147214 that can show the parole board that he has a support system waiting outside. You have known him for twenty years from visitation and letters as a Pastor.
The letter should be a simple 2-page document stating your experience with the inmate (Tommy McMillian) as well as why you feel the need to provide this reference. Provide the following
The introduction should state who you are (Pastor) DCGMinistries, how long you’ve known (Tommy McMillian), (over 25 years) and why you feel the need to make this recommendation to the court.
The body paragraph be your main argument why the recommended individual is a person of high moral character.
The conclusion should summarize the purpose of the letter and he or she should write their contact information (phone and e-mail) in case the court should want to follow-up on any of
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