“pre-sentence report”
This page shows official legal definitions of “pre-sentence report” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
New Zealand
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A report prepared by a probation officer in a criminal case to assist a judge deciding upon the appropriate sentence.
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Australia
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A report, usually prepared by the Department of Human Services, for the court to consider before sentencing.
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