Miguel Said:

How do I write a character letter about my brother?

We Answered:

It depends are you writing a letter to a judge? If so just let the judge know the great things about your brother! Lean less on the not so good about him.

Let him know that we have faults and its the character of a man that makes the man

Dale Said:

how do I write a good mother character witness letter?

We Answered:

Any good (as long as they are true) qualities that she has. Does she make time to be with her kid(s)? Does she listen to them when they have problems? Does she make sure that they have the necessities in life? If she is dating, is she careful about the men she brings home to them? Do her kids seem happy to be with her? Do they seem to feel safe with her?

Just ask yourself a bunch of questions, write down your answers, then put them into a letter.

Julio Said:

How to write a character letter to a judge who is doing the sentencing?

We Answered:

First you must address the judge as The Honorable (full name)_____.
Then Dear Judge (last name and title ; if any such as Chief Judge)__________. Then state the purpose of your communication (name of defendant and this a letter in support of that person). Then state how and why (under what circumstances you have known this person : how (and how long), what , why ,where, etc. Next paragraph explain describe the positive activities the defendant has engaged in, and include any public service (PTA, Boy Scouts. etc.) or how the community would "miss" his contributions.
Next explain, how in your opinion, that society would not be served by incarceration and then ask the court for (or probation; suspended sentence, or whatever you "want" to ask for; or simply "leniency" ) You need to state what it is you are hoping for. Then explain why you think this event(such as) " a once in a lifetime" mistake in judgment and that the defendant is not a danger to society.. If you know, you should state any remorse your friend feels for the event and how you know this. Include your remorse for the victim and the family.
Thank the judge for reading your letter. And (if you wish) offer to be present at the sentencing hearing. (then your signature).
DO NOTS: blame the victim the cops, witnesses etc.; do not explain the event (that was already done in court, you will be insulting the courts intelligence and the ruling); do not tell (or imply) the court they were wrong; do not state anything you do not know first hand (unless you indicate the reliable source); do not embellish or fabricate (Judges "crap detectors really work well and that negate your letter by impacting your credibility and you will do more harm than good); do not use "informal" language or slang;
DO "type" (not handwritten) the letter and use good paper and address it correctly (with titles) and full address including the Chamber. Do include your full contact information including your phone number. Hand sign and date your signature. My sympathies to all involved in this tragedy.

Marie Said:

How do I write a character letter for defendant in criminal court case?

We Answered:

talk to the defense attorney. Judges generally don't read hearsay evidence.

Hearsay is an out of court statement when the declarant is unavailable for cross examination and offered for the truth of the matter which it asserts.

If your statement is being offered to the court for its truth and you are not in court to testify, then it is hearsay. If the statement does not meet a hearsay exception, then it is inadmissible hearsay evidence.

By talking to the defense attorney first, you might be called to testify in court as to the defendant's character. That is up to the defense.

Margaret Said:

how to write a character letter to a sheriff?

We Answered:

The father of my kids?? It makes it sound like you're not married.

If your divorced yet your writing a letter for your X great. Just write from your heart.

If your just a baby momma/girl friend don't bother, as the press will then look into both of you as to your relationship and your boyfriend will be looked at as not being responsible and doesn't like commitment, sad but true.

Lorraine Said:

My friend is being sentence in federal court for fraud. How do i write a character letter to the judge.?

We Answered:

The judge would not read one from a friend of a felon.