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Advocacy for Early Release and Post-Sentence Support

Navigating the post-sentencing phase of the federal criminal system can be complex and overwhelming. At CCM, we provide specialized services to help clients pursue legal remedies, secure early release options, and achieve the best possible outcomes. Our approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, offering expert guidance and comprehensive support during this critical stage.

Support During the Early Stages of Incarceration

The beginning of a prison sentence is one of the most stressful periods for both inmates and their families. At CCM, we alleviate this uncertainty by providing information and assistance to prepare clients for prison life.

  • Smooth Surrender: Many clients hire us to accompany them during their surrender to ensure a seamless process.
  • Orientation and Adjustments: We teach strategies for navigating the prison environment, from understanding money transfers and communication systems (phones and email) to managing work assignments and community dynamics.
  • Family Support: We provide guidance on family visits and maintaining meaningful connections during incarceration.
  • Peer Introduction: Leveraging our network of clients in federal prisons, we can often arrange for a peer to welcome new clients and help them adjust upon arrival.

Legal Remedies and Advocacy

Habeas Corpus Petitions

We assist clients in filing habeas corpus petitions to challenge unlawful detention or imprisonment. These petitions often address issues such as:

  • Ineffective assistance of counsel
  • Violation of constitutional rights
  • Medical negligence
  • Newly discovered evidence
  • Prosecutorial misconduct
  • Improper jury instructions or unlawful sentences

Compassionate Release Motions

For clients facing extraordinary circumstances, such as severe medical conditions or family emergencies, we assist in preparing compassionate release motions. This includes:

  • Gathering and organizing medical records and supporting documentation
  • Preparing compelling motions that emphasize the client’s circumstances and legal precedents

2255 Motions

We assist clients in filing 2255 motions to challenge convictions or sentences based on ineffective assistance of counsel. Our services include a thorough review of trial records and sentencing to identify and present any errors that may have impacted the case.

Placement and Program Advocacy

Facility Designation Requests

We advocate for clients to be placed in preferred correctional facilities based on factors such as proximity to family, security levels, and available programs. Our team communicates directly with the Bureau of Prisons to ensure the client’s preferences are considered.

RDAP (Residential Drug Abuse Program)

The RDAP offers a potential 12-month sentence reduction for eligible inmates who complete the program. We help clients:

  • Evaluate their eligibility
  • Advocate for admittance to the program
  • Navigate the transition to a halfway house or home confinement upon completion

First Step Act (FSA) Credits

We educate clients on earning credits under the FSA and other rehabilitation programs. If discrepancies occur, we work with prison authorities to ensure all eligible credits are applied to reduce the sentence.

Early Release and Transition to Community Life

Securing early release to a halfway house or home confinement can significantly ease the transition from incarceration to reintegration. We assist with:

  • Documenting evidence of rehabilitation and reintegration plans
  • Advocating directly with the Bureau of Prisons for early release approvals
  • Supporting a smooth transition to a non-custodial environment

At Prison Coach, our holistic post-sentence services provide expert guidance and compassionate support to help clients and their families navigate this challenging period. Whether advocating for early release, securing program admittance, or addressing legal remedies, we are committed to achieving the best outcomes for every client.