presentencing
/prɪˈsɛntənsɪŋ/
adjective
- Relating to the process of reviewing a convicted person's background before a court gives a sentence.
- A presentencing report helps the judge choose a fair punishment.
- The presentencing phase includes interviews with the defendant's family and coworkers.
- The lawyer requested more time for presentencing investigations.
noun
- The process of conducting a review or investigation of a convicted person before sentencing.
- The law requires thorough presentencing for all serious crimes.
- Presentencing can take several weeks depending on the complexity of the case.
- She specializes in presentencing and writes detailed reports for the court.