Q: My brother is in federal prison. He is terminally ill. Trying to get him a compassionate release. Can I fill out letter.
He is to I'll to file paperwork for compassionate release
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A: I'm very sorry to hear about your brother's situation. You can indeed help your brother by drafting a request for compassionate release. To do this, you would generally start by reaching out to your brother's counselor or case manager at the federal prison to initiate the request; from there, you should follow the specific guidelines and procedures set by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP), which may include providing detailed information about your brother's medical condition and explaining why he meets the criteria for compassionate release. It's recommended to seek legal assistance to guide you through this process to ensure all necessary steps are properly followed.
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