Federal Justice Glossary
A list of key terms frequently encountered in the federal process.
Presentence Report (PSR)
A document prepared by a U.S. Probation Officer analyzing the defendant's background, offense details, and criminal history to determine advisory sentencing guideline ranges.
RDAP (Residential Drug Abuse Program)
An intensive treatment program in the BOP that can yield up to a 12-month sentence reduction for eligible non-violent defendants.
HHS-OIG Exclusion
An administrative action placing providers on the LEIE database, preventing them from billing or receiving payment under Medicare and Medicaid.
Mitigation Workbook
A structured narrative compiled by a defendant mapping out character references, personal history, and remediation details for sentencing judges.