If he was just arrested and has not been convicted, he is not in the custody of the BOP, which houses prisoners who are serving federal sentences....

Can we appeal after plea and sentencing?

He can appeal as long as he did not give up the right to appeal in his plea agreement. He has only 14 days to file his notice of appeal from his...

Where would a federal inmate get assistance with filling out a 2255 motion?

An inmate does not have a right to counsel on a 2255 so she will either have to hire a lawyer or do it herself. If she does it herself, and if the...

My cousin is doing 10 years how does he qualify for federal medical center?

He is unlikely to go to a medical center unless he has an acute medical problem that cannot be treated in a regular prison. And you should know...

Will I be drug tested when I do my required community service?

Random means you don't know in advance when you will get tested. That means if you use, there is a chance you will be caught.

Grand jury proceedings are secret. You cannot get the transcript, even of your own testimony.

Who in general bargain the plea?

The plea is negotiated by the attorneys on both sides.

Public defended in Federal court of appeals?

If you cannot afford a lawyer to handle an appeal from a criminal conviction, you can ask the court to appoint one for you.

Uncle got sentenced for 8 years?

The point of a plea agreement is to avoid a trial. Your uncle gambled and lost. It is too late to get the plea back.

Can we see any statistics what crimes and how many years convicts are doing?

For federal crimes, there is substantial data at www.ussc.gov.