The First-Time Offender's Guide to Freedom
THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
by E. M. Baird First edition
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
License, Copyright & Authorship The First-Time Offender’s Guide to Freedom Copyright © 2016 E. M. Baird. PUBLICATION: This edition of The First-Time Offender’s Guide to Freedom was published on Sunday, 13th March, 2016 by Perimeter of Wisdom, LLC, Papillion, NE, United States ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This book contains material protected under International and Federal Copyright Laws and Treaties. Any unauthorized reprint or use of this material is prohibited. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system without express written permission from the author and/or publisher.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Dedication Dedicated to all the family and friends who stand by their loved ones who find themselves as first-time offenders.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Table of Contents License, Copyright & Authorship
3
Dedication
5
Table of Contents
6
Introduction
7
Conclusion
9
About the author
11
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Introduction Medicine calls it The Golden Hour. Missing person and homicide investigators call it The First 48. A television show is even created based on this timeframe. It is in these first hours where lives can be saved and runaways can be found. They are vital. In the same way, the first hours after any encounter with law enforcement are vital to preserving as much of your personal freedom as possible. The purpose of this book is to provide a simple guide for anyone who is facing their first encounter with the American criminal justice system. Whether you are facing a county fine, a state criminal charge or a federal indictment, this guide will serve as a map for avoiding some of the major missteps most people make during this critical time.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Quick Disclaimer: This guide isn’t intended to be legal advice. Don’t take anything in this book as Gospel in your unique situation. Every state, county, and city has their unique flavors of laws and ordinances which only a competent local attorney is going to know best.
However, there are many facts that apply at across the board for those who find themselves as a defendant in a criminal action. This guide contains the keys to looking after yourself, because the only one who truly has your best interests at heart is you. The body of this guide is comprehensive, but to-the-point. Read and learn from these valuable resources to protect yourself now and in the future. Enjoy.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Conclusion If you've found nuggets of wisdom in this guide that made a difference in your life. Please get in touch and let us know. With your permission, we will post your story on our website.
Full Disclaimer: No information in this guide is legal advice. All jurisdictions maintain their own laws, policies, ordinances, and rules of criminal procedure. First Time Offender's Guide to Freedom takes no responsibility for the use or misuse of the information contained herein and by reading this text, you fully indemnify First Time Offender's Guide to Freedom and its parent company Perimeter of Wisdom, LLC against all legal liability claims or civil actions that may arise after damages stemming from the misuse of such.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
About the author E. M. Baird is an author and entrepreneur who has a keen interest in the U.S. Criminal Justice System. Born in Central California in 1980, he graduated from California State University, Fresno in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, before joining the U.S. Air Force and achieving the rank of Captain. In late 2009, he began consulting for clients dealing with the federal criminal justice system and focusing on released inmates. Since then, he has focused solely on federal probationers through his work with Post-Conviction Release Consultants. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for Families Affirming Community Safety (FACTS). This organization is dedicated to reducing the impact of crime on the community through smarter, evidence-based laws, and is a research partner for the Consortium for Crime and Justice Research at the University of Nebraska, Omaha.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
When not working, he enjoys reading a good book, watching an interesting movie, and avidly watching college football (rooting for the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Nebraska Cornhuskers, unless they're playing each other). He lives with his amazing wife, three energetic children, and two self-involved cats (which he secretly hates) in a quiet neighborhood outside of Omaha, Nebraska.
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by E. M. Baird First edition
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
License, Copyright & Authorship The First-Time Offender’s Guide to Freedom Copyright © 2016 E. M. Baird. PUBLICATION: This edition of The First-Time Offender’s Guide to Freedom was published on Sunday, 13th March, 2016 by Perimeter of Wisdom, LLC, Papillion, NE, United States ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This book contains material protected under International and Federal Copyright Laws and Treaties. Any unauthorized reprint or use of this material is prohibited. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system without express written permission from the author and/or publisher.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Dedication Dedicated to all the family and friends who stand by their loved ones who find themselves as first-time offenders.
☙
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Table of Contents License, Copyright & Authorship
3
Dedication
5
Table of Contents
6
Introduction
7
Conclusion
9
About the author
11
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Introduction Medicine calls it The Golden Hour. Missing person and homicide investigators call it The First 48. A television show is even created based on this timeframe. It is in these first hours where lives can be saved and runaways can be found. They are vital. In the same way, the first hours after any encounter with law enforcement are vital to preserving as much of your personal freedom as possible. The purpose of this book is to provide a simple guide for anyone who is facing their first encounter with the American criminal justice system. Whether you are facing a county fine, a state criminal charge or a federal indictment, this guide will serve as a map for avoiding some of the major missteps most people make during this critical time.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Quick Disclaimer: This guide isn’t intended to be legal advice. Don’t take anything in this book as Gospel in your unique situation. Every state, county, and city has their unique flavors of laws and ordinances which only a competent local attorney is going to know best.
However, there are many facts that apply at across the board for those who find themselves as a defendant in a criminal action. This guide contains the keys to looking after yourself, because the only one who truly has your best interests at heart is you. The body of this guide is comprehensive, but to-the-point. Read and learn from these valuable resources to protect yourself now and in the future. Enjoy.
☙
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
Conclusion If you've found nuggets of wisdom in this guide that made a difference in your life. Please get in touch and let us know. With your permission, we will post your story on our website.
Full Disclaimer: No information in this guide is legal advice. All jurisdictions maintain their own laws, policies, ordinances, and rules of criminal procedure. First Time Offender's Guide to Freedom takes no responsibility for the use or misuse of the information contained herein and by reading this text, you fully indemnify First Time Offender's Guide to Freedom and its parent company Perimeter of Wisdom, LLC against all legal liability claims or civil actions that may arise after damages stemming from the misuse of such.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
About the author E. M. Baird is an author and entrepreneur who has a keen interest in the U.S. Criminal Justice System. Born in Central California in 1980, he graduated from California State University, Fresno in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, before joining the U.S. Air Force and achieving the rank of Captain. In late 2009, he began consulting for clients dealing with the federal criminal justice system and focusing on released inmates. Since then, he has focused solely on federal probationers through his work with Post-Conviction Release Consultants. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for Families Affirming Community Safety (FACTS). This organization is dedicated to reducing the impact of crime on the community through smarter, evidence-based laws, and is a research partner for the Consortium for Crime and Justice Research at the University of Nebraska, Omaha.
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THE FIRST-TIME OFFENDER’S GUIDE TO FREEDOM
When not working, he enjoys reading a good book, watching an interesting movie, and avidly watching college football (rooting for the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Nebraska Cornhuskers, unless they're playing each other). He lives with his amazing wife, three energetic children, and two self-involved cats (which he secretly hates) in a quiet neighborhood outside of Omaha, Nebraska.
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