presentence
Adjective
Meaning
presentence (not comparable)
Occurring before or in preparation for a criminal sentence
Synonyms
Examples
According to court documents, he was being held in jail while a presentence investigation was completed.
"During the presentence interview, the defendant expressed sincere remorse and empathy.
Leeanne M. Rice, 26, 67 N. Eagle Hwy., Lake Leelanau — Sentencing on a charge of malicious damage of property less than $200 rescheduled for Nov. 21; presentence investigation ordered.
Defence lawyer Conor Mullin asked the court for a presentence report to give the judge an understanding of Crane's background.
Both federal and state officials must conduct presentence investigations before Bjerknes can be sentenced.