Insights from former U.S. Federal Prosecutor John D. Kirby — 25+ years of federal courtroom experience.
Each post is designed to be read, not skimmed past. The archive now covers sentencing, appeals, and the pre-indictment window with practical guidance a visitor can use immediately.
The best sentencing work starts before the presentence report. Here is what to gather early so the mitigation story is supported by records instead of anecdotes.
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Federal appeals are won or lost on the record. Learn why specific objections at trial and sentencing matter long before the notice of appeal is filed.
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If the government is investigating you, the pre-indictment phase is where the defense can still change the result. Early action creates options.
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A federal grand jury target letter is the strongest warning the government sends before indictment. The first 24 hours matter.
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Know your rights when federal agents arrive with a warrant, and understand what happens during and after the search.
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Offense level, criminal history, departures, and mitigation all shape the range. The guideline math matters.
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Early intervention can change the shape of a fraud or regulatory case before charges are filed.
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Direct appeal, 2255 practice, and sentence reductions are different tools with different burdens.
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The Ninth Circuit appellate process is driven by the record, deadlines, and standards of review.
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