United States v. Robinson
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The District of Rhode Island reduced Robinson’s sentence, citing his substance use history, childhood trauma, and changes in sentencing law. The court found these factors justified early release and required ongoing treatment.

2024 | Federal Juristiction

United States v. Robinson

Keywords sentence reduction; substance use history; childhood trauma; sentencing law changes; early release; ongoing treatment
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The District of Rhode Island modified an individual's sentence. This modification was based on the individual's history of substance use, documented childhood trauma, and recent changes in sentencing legislation. The court determined that these factors collectively supported early release, provided that the individual participated in ongoing treatment.

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The District of Rhode Island reduced Robinson’s sentence. This decision was informed by an assessment of the individual's substance use history, childhood trauma, and relevant changes in sentencing law. The court concluded that these factors justified an early release, which was made contingent upon the continuation of ongoing treatment.

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The District of Rhode Island decreased Robinson's sentence. This decision was based on his history of substance use, traumatic childhood experiences, and recent changes in sentencing laws. The court determined that these factors made an early release appropriate and mandated that he continue with treatment.

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A court in Rhode Island made Robinson's punishment shorter. This was because of his past history with drugs, his difficult childhood, and new rules about how long people stay in jail. The court decided these reasons were good enough for him to leave early. But he must still get help for his problems.

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729 F.Supp.3d 242 (2024)

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