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The presentence report for Bankman-Fried called for 100 years out of a maximum 110, a term his lawyers called “barbaric” and that even the prosecutors for the Southern District of New York found too aggressive.

From Slate • Mar. 28, 2024

A spokesperson for federal prosecutors, who will file their presentence submission at a later date, declined comment.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2023

It pointed to a 25-page presentence investigation report it said included his age, criminal and personal histories, family situation, education and mental health.

From Washington Post • Jun. 14, 2022

Lane was not taken into custody and a presentence investigation was ordered.

From Washington Times • May 18, 2022

District Judge Paul Magnuson deferred accepting the agreement pending the completion of a presentence investigation.

From Seattle Times • May 4, 2022