Sample Character Letter To Judge From Mother In Hillsborough
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A letter can provide the judge with background information about your family member, their circumstances, and any extenuating circumstances that may have influenced their choice.
I appreciate your thoughtfulness, respect, and fairness throughout my trial. I was convicted of shoplifting, and I plan to own up to my actions and make amends for my mistakes. While I can't go back in time and reverse what I did, you can rest assured that this will never happen again.
A character reference letter for custody is a document written by someone who knows the parent in question well and can vouch for their abilities and character as it relates to parenting. These letters are important evidence in custody cases, often influencing a Judge's perception and decision.
Writing the Content of the Letter Write who you are and what your profession is. Explain how you know the defendant. Provide a general statement of support. Write a statement on the defendant's character. Add additional information. Write the conclusion. Avoid improper remarks.
Dear Honorable Judge Judge's Last Name, My name is Your Name, and I am writing to you on behalf of my son, XX XX Son's Full Name, who is facing the consequences of his actions before the court. He has brought shame to our family but, more importantly, it saddens me that his actions harmed others.
``Dear Honorable Judge,'' - This is a respectful way to address the judge without specifying their name. ``To Whom It May Concern,'' - This is more generic and can be used if you are unsure of the appropriate title. ``Dear Judge,'' - A straightforward and respectful address.
The structure of a character letter should include an introduction stating your relationship with the defendant, body paragraphs detailing specific positive traits and examples, and a concluding statement reiterating your support. Ensure it's concise, respectful, and professionally formatted.
Dear Judge Name or Honorable Name, I am writing to you in my capacity as Your Relationship to the Person, to advocate for Name of the Person, whom I have known for Number of Years years. It is an honor to vouch for their character and integrity in my time knowing them.
Introduce yourself in the opening paragraph. Outline your relationship with the person who is the subject of the legal proceedings. Acknowledge the charges that have been brought against the person. State your opinion of the person's general character.
I have always found applicant to be trustworthy, hard working and intelligent. When we worked on example, applicant showed good communication skills and I could rely on them to take the initiative and to stay calm under pressure.
