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Proposed Amendments to Federal Sentencing Rules Expanding Victim Access to Presentence Reports

Date
November 11, 2025
Source
House Oversight
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House Oversight #017683
Pages
1
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2

Summary

The passage outlines scholarly proposals to modify criminal procedure rules, focusing on victim notification and input. While it identifies specific rule changes and cites legal authorities, it does n Suggests victims should receive presentence reports before sentencing. Calls for a 35‑day notice period to defendants, counsel, and government attorneys. Proposes victim objection rights and potentia

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