VAP Consulting and Training LLC Services
Proven Results
Presentence Report
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Pre-Plea Analysis - Vidette will review court documents, discovery, and criminal history information and prepare an
advisory guideline sentencing report. The report will provide guideline calculations, including criminal history, based upon the information provided.
Review of Presentence Report - Subsequent to receipt of the Presentence Report, Vidette will review the report to ensure the guideline calculations are applied correctly. Vidette will also assist defense counsel with drafting objections.
Variances and Departures - Vidette will assist defense counsel identify grounds for departure as enumerated in Chapter 5 of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, as well as variance factors, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 3553.
Pretrial
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Vidette will assist defense counsel identify viable release plans to include meeting with family members to determine suitable living arrangements and possible third-party custodians. If needed, Vidette will also identify conditions or a combination of conditions to be submitted for release determination.
Post Conviction
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Vidette will assist defense attorneys with all aspects of supervision to include supervision issues that may arise due to mental health and/or substance abuse issues. Vidette will also work with defense counsel in relation to supervision revocation hearings to determine suitable recommendations for consideration.
Training Opportunities
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Basic Presentence Report Writing: This training consists of 24 hours of training, divided into 6 sessions (4 hours each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for two weeks). The course will provide introductory information regarding the Federal Sentencing Guidelines to include basic guideline application, fundamental relevant conduct instruction, explanation of the grouping rules, and criminal history scoring instruction. By the end of the course, students should be able to prepare a basic presentence guideline report.
Employee Wellness: This course consists of 5 hours of training for employees and managers and will include discussions on the following:
1. Stress management
2. Communication
3. Coaching
4. Employee Engagement
5. Health – (Diet, Exercise, and Nutrition)
6. Mindfulness
7. Conflict Resolution
