presentence investigation
noun
pre·sen·tence investigation
ˌprē-ˈsent-ᵊns-
: an investigation made by a probation officer in preparing a presentence report
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“Presentence investigation.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/presentence%20investigation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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