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Q: Do character reference letters get read out loud during sentencing

If read out loud it will hurt my relationship with my family

Kenneth Kahn II
Kenneth Kahn II
answered on Mar 21, 2018

Character counts. When the judge meets you, they're meeting you for the first time. Never miss a chance to make a first impression. Dress respectfully. Bring witnesses who can speak out loud about your good character. Have your lawyer read reference letters out loud. They should be read... View More

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