Federal Judge Reveals Key Sentencing Insights for Defendants

In this video, I share valuable insights shared by Judge Boulware, a federal judge in Nevada, during a sentencing conference. These insights can help anyone prepare for a sentencing hearing.
In sum, Judge Boulware said, the greatest consequence for a white-collar defendant might not be time in a minimum-security camp."
Collateral Consequences
Judge Boulware emphasized the collateral consequences of a federal conviction. These consequences can be measurably worse than serving time. Common consequences include losing the right to bear arms, difficulty finding a job, financial ruin, depression, and damaged reputation. Judges often respond to defendants lamenting these consequences by saying they should have considered them before breaking the law.
Importance of Messaging
Effective messaging and building a solid record are crucial. For example, in this video I share a story about two bankers with the same crime and restitution. One got home confinement, and the other got a year and a day in federal prison. The difference was how they handled their prepared and embraced the collateral consequences. One showed proactive efforts like job applications and finding employment, while the other did not.
Building a Timeline
Developing a timeline of actions taken to mitigate collateral consequences is vital. This timeline can include writing a biography, volunteering, looking for work, saving money, and cooperating with authorities. Sharing this timeline with stakeholders shows effort in overcoming these consequences rather than just lamenting them.
Employment and Financial Restitution
Losing a job due to a conviction can be a significant consequence. It is essential to prove to the court that you can still earn a wage as a law-abiding citizen. I shared my experience of working as a real estate agent and providing letters from clients to demonstrate my value and ethics. Similarly, making restitution payments, even small ones, can be symbolic and show genuine efforts to make amends.
Family Impact
The impact on family is another significant collateral consequence. Instead of merely stating the devastation, it is crucial to articulate a plan to ensure the family's strength and dignity. This plan should demonstrate efforts to overcome the consequences and lead a better life.
Addressing Stigma
The lifelong stigma of a conviction is another challenge. It is important to acknowledge this stigma and outline a plan to overcome it. Developing a new skill set and finding a new career to pay restitution and support the family is essential. Authenticity in acknowledging the long road ahead is crucial.
Conclusion
Judge Boulware's insights highlight that the hardest part of the process (for some) is not the federal prison sentence but the collateral consequences. Articulating these consequences and demonstrating efforts to overcome them is vital. Building and maintaining a timeline of actions taken can significantly influence the court's perception and decisions.
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[@frankmutz7929]

Justin, you give very good advice. You are helping others to improve their odds of having a better outcomes moving through the system. That said, there are judges and probation officers that don’t care. Just plain don’t care.

[@sammyyourmammy8170]

Not a lot of editing in these videos, Justin has a gift , he is a wonderful speaker……

[@RhondaSimpson-gk2pe]

My son is waiting sentencing for trafficking meth. He has 3 prior felonies. He is a changed man. This federal charge has changed him. He is remorse and he got a job making windows and doors. He is now incarcerated waiting sentencing. He wore an ankle bracelet for 1 year. He did sign a plea agr÷ment. Does he have a chance to NOT go to prison? He has completed 2 drug classes, and went to AA meetings. Please reply.

[@blackbirds4]

Wow !!!

[@jordankouassi8734]

Saw you in a jubilee video great to see you have a chanel

[@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial]

Thank you!

[@michellelim6587]

Hey Justin been following your video for awhile and thank you for putting so much effort into. I’m waiting for my surrender in first week of sep can you help me with that process ? Thank you

[@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial]

You’re welcome. Feel free to text 818-424-2220 and we will send some resources for your surrender. We can help!

[@NicholasS-oz7hi]

Hey Justin. Thanks for these videos. I am on Pretrial waiting for my case to finish up. I have a question for you. Do you have any idea based on the number of cases you’ve seen, the percentage of defendants that get probation vs time? I’m first time offender, and looking at 12-18 months. I have not gone for PSR yet or anything. Prosecutors going to send me a plea deal for 1 yr 1 day. (White collar charge) Another question you might know the answer to… is there a way to skip going to a re entry halfway after serving sentence? Thank you

[@johnlongoria1176]

I worked w WCA. Did the work. Received 8 mo home confinement. You are within reach. Good Luck.

[@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial]

You’re welcome. Essential you prepare properly for the probation interview. We have a free course on the probation interview. We can send you. In fact, go to the homepage of White Collar Advice and you’ll see a digital brochure. Page 18 gives you access to some courses. If you get sentenced to prison time, you will want to go to the halfway house, presuming you are prepared. It’s possible to bypass it, but I wouldn’t. For now, you should focus on the probation interview. And also writing your life story.

[@snowygirl131]

Step by step.​@@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial

[@ibdubbya2]

2:10 Justin! I’m a new subscriber who has enjoyed the few of your videos I’ve been able to watch. 🙂 As a seasoned executive assistant, I would love the opportunity to discuss bringing the value of my unique mix of experience & talents to your team (if you could use administrative expertise!).

[@Fioldaliza]

Justin, I respect your work. But I dint agree 100% with you all the time. Bearing arms is a constitutional right! If a arm was not used in your committed crime, it should not be ripped from you. That's not a right a judge should take. Be real, there's a difference between statues (man made laws) and our American constitutional right. This is just all wrong Justin. Why don't you make videos where you hold corrupted judges and government stakeholders accountable for their over sentencing abuse? But I know what you are trying to do. Being on the government's side is what will increase your viewing, but each video I see, I yet have to hear how the judicial system has failed its citizens. Let's be real.

[@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial]

I don’t agree white collar defendants should have to forfeit their rights to new arms. Yet it’s currently the law and a consequence of a conviction.