by admin | Oct 12, 2023 | Blog
The United States Sentencing Commission (USSC) continually seeks to strike a balance between the demands of justice and the humane considerations of inmate circumstances. One pivotal avenue for this balance is through compassionate release, allowing for the early...
by admin | May 23, 2023 | Blog
The United States, while only accounting for about 4% of the global population, is responsible for housing approximately 20% of the world’s prisoners. This discrepancy reflects a justice system characterized by mass incarceration, systemic racial disparities,...
by admin | May 23, 2023 | Blog
The right to counsel is a cornerstone of the American criminal justice system, ensuring that defendants receive a fair trial. This essay will discuss the importance of effective assistance of counsel in the federal criminal justice process, the timeline of when this...
by admin | May 23, 2023 | Blog
In the U.S., the federal commutation or pardon process reflects the President’s Constitutional authority to extend mercy to individuals who have committed federal crimes. Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution grants the President the “Power to...
by admin | May 23, 2023 | Blog
In the American legal landscape, the Supreme Court stands as the ultimate arbiter of justice. Its decisions have shaped the interpretation and enforcement of law, significantly impacting criminal jurisprudence. This essay will explore 25 of the most influential...
