What is a reasonable time to obtain a copy of the presentence report?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Lewis, 880 F.2d 243 (9th Cir. 1989):
We have previously held that a copy of the presentence report should be made available to counsel and defendant within a reasonable time before the sentencing hearing. 1 United States v. Schlette, 842 F.2d 1574, 1578 (9th Cir.), modified, 854 F.2d 359 (1988). This review is allowed to ensure the factual accuracy of the report.
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