Strategies to Get Out Early
Resources to influence a better outcome before and after sentencing. Weekly, interactive webinar. We respond to your questions.
Our Mission
I’m Justin Paperny and I’m pleased to have taken over full responsibility for this website. My partner, Michael Santos, launched this website when he finished his prison term, in 2013. He wrote hundreds of articles that would help people who must recalibrate after a criminal charge. Michael now focuses exclusively on our nonprofit, and no longer works with individuals. I support his efforts to bring systemic changes. The nonprofit advocates for reforms that will allow all people to work toward earning freedom. Some incentives may include work-release programs, home confinement, and other programs that prepare people for success upon release.
Together with our team, I’ll do my best to offer free or low-cost resources people can use to prepare before sentencing, after sentencing, and after release.
For responses to your questions, participate in our weekly webinars, schedule a free consultation, or visit our Start Here page.
Before Sentencing
- Understanding Defense Attorneys
- Mitigation Strategies
- PSR Preparation
- Sentencing Guidelines
- Sentencing Preparations
- Character Reference Letters
After Sentencing
- Understanding Prison
- Preparing for Self-advocacy
- First Step Act
- Extraordinary & Compelling
- Early Release Mechanisms
Advocacy News
- Supervised Release
- Success After Prison
- Home Confinement
- Collateral Consequences
- Building Support
- Travel and Finance
- Restoring Reputations
Free Courses to Help You Prepare for Sentencing, Prison, and Rebuilding After Release
Investigations:
Federal agents don’t wait—why should you? Learn how to protect yourself during an investigation. Free course.
Probation Course:
The Pre-Sentence Interview helps determines your sentence. Learn exactly what to say—and what not to. Free course.
RDAP:
Cut your sentence. Qualify for RDAP and learn how to succeed in the program. Start free today.
Character Letters:
Judges read character letters carefully. Learn how to write letters that matter. Download the course for free.
Release Plan:
A strong release plan opens doors. Learn how to build one that works. Start the free course now.
Pro Se Motions:
File your own federal motion with confidence. Step-by-step guidance, no legal jargon. Enroll in this free course.
Our Books
If you want examples and a roadmap showing how you can restore confidence while preparing for the next chapter of your life, read our books or participate in our courses. All proceeds go to support our nonprofit: The Prison Professors Charitable Corporation.