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It's PSI and it stands for; Pre-Sentencing Investigation
It is known as a pre-sentencing investigation.
I don't know what CPT means, but PSI means Pre Sentencing Investigation
I think the questioner means a PRE-SENTENCE investigation. COnducted by investigators who can then advise the judge and prosecutor as to the background and record of the defendant which can then be used to fashion a fair and humance sentence.
A Judge always asks for a pre sentence report to guide him/her in sentencing. A pre sentence report delves in the character of the accused and any previous records and his/her behaviour.
Once an offense has been committed by a juvenile, there will be a police investigation and a petition filed in a juvenile court. Next, a pre-hearing and pre-trial will occur. The final steps is a trial and sentencing.
It stands for "Pre-sentence Investigation". It is usually a report written by the respective county probation department after the plea hearing and before the sentencing hearing. It is given to the court (the Judge) so the sentencing Judge can properly determine whether the ultimate sentence given out is too harsh or too lenient.
I am unaware of any such law. A judge is free to sentence immediately upon the pronouncement of the verdict or he may order a pre-sentencing report to assist him in making a decision, and delay the sentencing hearing until the report is prepared and submitted to him.
None whatsoever. Presentence reports only affect the sentencing of the judge. Once the defendant has been sentenced and remanded to corrections, the pre-sentence report has no meaning or application any longer.
Yes, a pre-sentencing report is commonly used.
"It is what it is." You don't disclose what offense you're being sentenced for, however in my experience pre-sentence reports are a normal part of the sentencing procedure in most courts. The likliehood is that it would have taken place anyway even without your attorneys 'helfpul' reqeust.
There are many factors involved in determining sentencing. If it was in self-defense, you might not even be charged. If it was pre-meditated, it could be the death sentence or life in prison without parole.