Jose Huizar Sentenced to 13 Years In Prison: Why His Letter To Judge Walter Backfired
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- čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
- In this video, I express my frustration over Judge Walter's sentencing of former L.A. City Councilman Jose Huizar to 13 years in federal prison. I focus on the detrimental impact of his poorly crafted personal letter to the judge.
I emphasize the missed opportunity for Huizar to mitigate his situation and, instead, his decision to submit a narrative that was, in my view, horrific, tragic, and sickening. Drawing parallels with Elizabeth Holmes' case, I discuss how such letters lead to longer federal prison sentences.
I reflect on my professional involvement in similar cases and stress the importance of understanding what stakeholders like judges and prosecutors expect in these communications. The video addresses the broader implications of Huizar's actions on Los Angeles, a city dealing with homelessness, drug addiction, and poverty. I critique the excessive length of his sentence and its impact on taxpayers, highlighting the broken state of the city partly attributed to Huizar's actions. The video underscores the crisis one faces when one's name is against the United States of America, emphasizing the emotional toll of waiting and regret that follows planning poorly for sentencing in federal court.
I argue that Huizar's letter fails to prioritize victims, instead focusing on personal and family impacts, a common mistake in such narratives. I emphasize the importance of acknowledging responsibility and demonstrating a plan for restitution and personal growth.
The video also touches on honesty and authenticity, which are crucial in communicating with cynical Judges. I dissect specific lines from Huizar's letter, pointing out where he could have been more forthright about his actions and their consequences.
The video also addresses the counterproductive nature of blaming others, such as FBI agents and prosecutors. I stress the importance of focusing on victims and providing evidence of a plan for making amends rather than resorting to self-pity or deflection.
Concluding the video, I express my disappointment in Huizar's approach to his sentencing and the missed opportunity for a more effective message. I emphasize the need for honesty and accountability, particularly in acknowledging the impact of one's actions on victims and the community.
The video serves as a cautionary tale and a guide for others facing similar situations, highlighting the importance of crafting a narrative that genuinely reflects remorse, responsibility, and a commitment to change.
I conclude by stressing the potential for redemption and growth, even in the face of long prison sentences, through sincere efforts to make amends and rebuild one's character.
Justin Paperny
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Love your message, Justin. I’ve been arrested before, a long time ago. Your videos help me a lot.❤
Thank you so much for watching!!
I attended the sentencing hearing for Jose Huizar… the judge acknowledged his letter by saying it appears he is still in denial.
There you go...
Blaming the investigators and prosecution, discussing (supposed) ongoing good intentions, nullifying greed, BRAGGING, victimizing himself, wasting judicial time on the obvious and unnecessary, ignoring the impact on victims and constituents, and overlooking a plan to rehabilitate… Yep, that would anger a judge at any level. May he heal in prison, at taxpayer expense. 🤦♀️
He is capable of better.
Justin, this guy did some pretty serious crimes. In your opinion, what kind of difference in sentencing would the "perfect letter" have made? It seems at a certain level, the convicted is going to do a lot of time no matter how strong the letter is. Interested in your take.
In my opinion, better messaging with a focus on victims, a documented plan of how he will make amends to victims and an earlier acceptance of responsibility, which would’ve saved the government massive time and resources, would’ve easily led to a sentence of 10 years or less. I think he easily could’ve gotten seven years with better mitigation. Instead, the judge chose to rubberstamp the prosecution’s request. I’ve been to many of Walter’s sentencing-he is not afraid to go lower, if the defendant has earned it.
Good tutorial of the situation. I'm not sure how the plea helped him if he got so heavy a sentence but that is neither here or there. You are right he botched the letter and sentencing phase and prove it in your tutorial. 13 years is pretty close to a life sentence and a devastating comment on the councilman's public service. The citizens of LA have to deal with homeless people with mental health issues and substance issues who flock to the beaches and parks creating public health concerns. A council person dedicated to public service is needed to confront these problems. Your critique sums up the poorly thought out letter.
Thank you so much for your contributions, as always. You always provide valuable insights.
Thank you for your great advice and all that you do!
You're welcome.
Excellent analysis and instruction. I think your videos are great forethought for everyone that is tempted. Your focus on victims is a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate it.
Great message!
Thank you!!
On occasion, I've been asked to help write all sorts of letters, including letters to the Court. I found this video very helpful. Thank you.
You’re welcome!
Thank you!
Lots of lamenting on your part about the condition of LA; only four or five indistinct words that seem to admit that this once-powerful Huizar helped mightily to create that condition. Not to mention all the lamenting over his poor family. They weren't poor when he was a kingpin in the political system. Didn't they profit from that? For God's sake, man. You're angry about how this destructive little tyrant failed to wheedle the judge like he'd wheedled the voters! You want him to invent more successful lies, so that his great talents don't rust away in prison.
Was there no specific mention of the victims whatsoever? Ugh
I don’t think the word is in there once
There were no victums except the tax payer for 13 yeras judge needs tobe assessed !!!!!!!!!!! incompetent @@WhiteCollarAdviceOfficial
Another crooked Democrat. He must've made someone mad to actually face consequences.
Thank you so much for your honest counsel. I have a great deal of respect for you. You are someone who made mistakes and suffered the consequences with grace. Another ploy we see here in Canada is the sudden commitment to the Lord Jesus. Give me me a break. Some judges fall for this routine.
I appreciate your comments. I strive to help people who mad bad decisions do better and create a path moving forward that focuses on victims and their family. Mr. Huizar missed this opportunity. I hope he does better moving forward. Thank you again for writing.
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I love your legal insights. Now please do a video on Rebecca Grossman and her courtroom insolence. Three year delay? Not going to court until judge DEMANDED she appear?
Also, please do Donald Trump’s 83 million dollar judgment (absent your personal politics).
I'm starting to think the crim defense attys think they know all the answers. Trust me.
Without personal experience through a sentencing hearing, it is very difficult for someone to fully understand what a sentencing judge is looking for. No manipulation no deceit no excuses. Raw honesty, even if that honesty is terrible. It’s better than lying or pretending to be something you are nor.
Amen to that. At the end of the day, we're all human, even the judge.
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The sentencing of Huizar was just an act for public consumption. Huizar is treated with unprecedented leniency by this judge. He was authorized for personal travel out of the country while on bond before and after pleading guilty. He was allowed to remain free for over 2 months after sentencing. Judge Walters has just granted Huizar another 5 1/2 months of freedom. Huizar hasn't spent one night behind bars yet.
One question that comes to mind about people who commit these crimes is whether they just believe that certain rules/laws don't apply to them. I know you didn't advise Mr. Huizar or Elizabeth Holmes but I wonder if you might shed some light on a mindset that says, "I'm above the law."
what if you really are above the law, like someone who has accepted jejus, or steven seigal?
I think part of the problem for this particular politician was a DIFFICULTY in considering the public (taxpayers) as victims of anything. The same thing is true for some doctors who do not bill Medicare properly or make an attempt to steal from it. They don't really look at "Medicare," taxpayers or other public citizens as "victims."
So it was difficult or impossible for him to consider the victims because in his limited view of life, public payers are NOT victims. A method an attorney could use to "enlighten" these people is to try to explain that funds given improperly to you may REDUCE or eliminate it to others who need them more. (A point you made in your video.) By way of example: If a certain contractor is given government contracts because they bribed government, they are stealing it from honest contractors who do not choose to (or are unable) to bribe. Don't forget employees of companies who don't bribe.
He did not consider any victims because in his mind, the only ones were him and his family.
Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)
Wow!
Unfortunately, because of people like him, I have lost faith in mankind. I don’t like to vote, who knows🤷♂️
Ty for your explanation 🙏
You’re welcome.
Actually it is The United States of America vs Your Name. No it's not the same. The plaintiff is always listed before the defendant.
Inauthentic? I disagree. The defendant is an entitled narcissist sociopath. The document reflects his true feelings.
I understand your angle.
Isn't it the USA vs your name?
You act as if lawyers have control over their clients and they don’t. If the client insists on a bad personal statement, he has the right to submit it with or without his lawyers advice. I deal with this problem often, which is why I write my clients personal statements for them, because the same personality defect that led them to commit the crime in the first place, will not allow for them to take proper responsibility at sentencing.
This is a truly terrible message.
Over the top sentence for 400 k. Is this the same judge that gave the rapist BOP officer a year home confinement broken system.
Sentence is too long. Waste of $.