It stands for Pre Sentence Report, the report completed on the offender by the serivce prior to sentencing.
A Judge always asks for a pre sentence report to guide him/her in sentencing. A pre sentence report delves in the character of the accused and any previous records and his/her behaviour.
Yes, a pre-sentencing report is commonly used.
I am unaware of any such law. A judge is free to sentence immediately upon the pronouncement of the verdict or he may order a pre-sentencing report to assist him in making a decision, and delay the sentencing hearing until the report is prepared and submitted to him.
It is prepared for the sentencing judge so that they can know the background and all pertinent details of the defendant's past life (with particular attention to any criminal history) so that the judge can form a better basis on how best to sentence the defendant after he/she was found guilty.
Nothing
None whatsoever. Presentence reports only affect the sentencing of the judge. Once the defendant has been sentenced and remanded to corrections, the pre-sentence report has no meaning or application any longer.
Not familiar with the document you are referring to. If it is a "court" document you may not be able to gain access to it. If it is accessible, have your attorney file a motion to receive a copy.
It's PSI and it stands for; Pre-Sentencing Investigation
It stands for "Pre-sentence Investigation". It is usually a report written by the respective county probation department after the plea hearing and before the sentencing hearing. It is given to the court (the Judge) so the sentencing Judge can properly determine whether the ultimate sentence given out is too harsh or too lenient.
It is known as a pre-sentencing investigation.
They are not obligated to give you a copy of a credit report.