Initial Arrest or Voluntary Surrender
Consult with Asst. Federal Defender
Meet with Pretrial Services
Possible Investigation or Social Work
Approximately 14-30 Days (Can be extended)
Approximately 6-12 months (or Longer)
ACQUITTAL
Initial Appearance
Arraignment
Discovery and Motions
Investigation & Plea Negotiations
Trial
Guilty Plea
1. Advised of Charges
2. Detention/Release
3. Appt. of Counsel
2. Detention/Release
3. Appt. of Counsel
Approximately
3-6 months
3-6 months
- Plea Agreement
- Cooperation
Approximately 90 Days
Possible Appeal
Conviction
Presentence Interview
Sentencing
Remand or Voluntary Surrender
Mitigation Work
Probation or Non-Custody
Prison Term
Term of Imprisonment
Supervised Release