Who We Are
The Compassionate Advocate is a faith-led, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated tobeing a voice for the voiceless — standing in the gap for those who are incarcerated, overlooked, or facing the justice system without the means to fight for themselves. We believe every person deserves compassion, dignity, and the opportunity for transformation and restoration.
What We Do
Prison consultancy and advocacy
preparation of pro se legal documents (on your behalf)
Reentry planning and community connections
Communication with loved ones and agencies
Case research and information gathering
Phone calls and document filing
Spiritual and emotional encouragement throughout the process
You will be assigned a case manager, as our founder is unable to personally handle every case. A follow-up letter or email will be sent to inform you who your designated case worker is. Your case manager will serve as your point of contact and guide you through your service process.
■■ Disclaimer (Please Read Carefully) The Compassionate Advocate is not a law firm and we are not attorneys. We cannot offer legal advice, nor can we guarantee legal outcomes. All legal documents we prepare are for pro se (self-represented) individuals. Any information we gather is publicly accessible through courts or records. In some cases, clients have provided us with limited power of attorney to assist with specific administrative or filing needs. We will also keep a Release of Information (ROI) form on file for each client. We understand the sensitive nature of your situation and recognize that many people in your position may not have the resources to hire a private attorney. That’s where we step in — as trained paralegals and compassionate advocates — to help you research, prepare, and move forward with confidence and dignity.
Prison Consultants and Advocates
Motions
What are Motions?
A "Motion" is a formal request for the Court to do something, and exactly what the Court is asked to do is set forth in each individual motion. Motions are the primary tool of defense attorneys to fight a criminal case in the courtroom prior to trial.
📑 What The Compassionate Advocate Provides
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Drafting motions/letters in the client’s words.
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Preparing supporting documentation (reentry plans, letters of support, treatment plans).
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Organizing release packets that show readiness, stability, and community support.
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Helping clients and families understand what each motion does and how to follow through.
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⚠️ Reminder to clients:
You always stress that The Compassionate Advocate is not a law firm, not attorneys, and cannot guarantee results. What you do is help them prepare, organize, and present their own filings—which courts often see as pro se submissions.
⚖️ Types of
Pro Se Motions
(Prepared with the client, as if they were doing it themselves)
Post-Conviction / Sentence Related
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Motion for Sentence Modification / Reduction
Asking the court to reconsider and lower a sentence. -
Motion for Compassionate Release
Based on medical conditions, age, or extraordinary circumstances. -
Motion for Probation/Parole Modification
Requesting changes to terms (e.g., conversion to intensive probation, early termination, treatment programs). -
Motion for Jail Credit / Time Served
Ensuring proper credit is applied toward a sentence. -
Motion for Correction of Clerical Error
If there is a mistake in sentencing documents. -
Motion for Resentencing
If laws change (retroactive application) or a prior sentence was unlawful.
Appeal / Post-Conviction Relief
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Motion for Post-Conviction Relief (PCR)
Challenging conviction/sentence due to constitutional issues, ineffective assistance, or newly discovered evidence. -
Motion to Reopen / Reconsider
Asking the court to revisit a prior ruling. -
Motion for Discovery / Access to Records
Requesting evidence, transcripts, or documents for appeal/post-conviction review.
Release Preparation
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Motion for Bond Reduction / Pretrial Release
Asking to lower bail or allow release under supervision. -
Motion for Release Pending Appeal
Requesting release while waiting for appeal resolution. -
Motion for Home Confinement / Community Confinement
Especially tied to medical, family, or reentry needs.
Conditions of Confinement
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Motion to Compel Medical Treatment
Ensuring a facility provides adequate medical care. -
Motion to Compel Access to Law Library / Legal Materials
Protecting pro se rights to access legal resources.
Miscellaneous
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Motion for Extension of Time
Asking for more time to file a brief, motion, or response. -
Motion for Appointment of Counsel (in limited cases)
Where statute or case law permits counsel for post-conviction issues. -
Motion for Expungement / Sealing of Records
After completion of sentence, depending on state law.
Probation Violations
If you are accused of a probation violation, the immediate concern is whether or not your underlying sentence (and prison time) will be imposed, or if perhaps the judge will give you a second chance by placing you back on probation.
As a matter of practice, judges are more likely to give you a second chance if:
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The underlying crime was less serious
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This is your first mistake
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You have a reasonable excuse
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You are sincerely sorry for your violation
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You have done other good things while on probation
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You do not have a long criminal history
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Nevertheless, even if you have some good factors for the judge to consider, you will still be at their mercy. Probation is a privilege, not a right, and some judges are harsher than others when it comes to probation violations.
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But the more major the probation violation, the more likely the judge will revoke probation, un-suspend your sentence, and remand you to jail or prison to serve your original sentence.
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What do we Charge for Probation Violation Representation?
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We charge a flat fee of $500. If you or a loved one has been accused of a probation violation, please give us a email today, so we can act quickly to fight the allegations and work to get the probation restored.
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