THE BLUE NOTES BLOG

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone at the FDP Spring Seminar tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the State Bar

Cert Alert! The Guidelines and Stinson Deference

Today, the Supreme Court granted cert in Beaird v. United States, 25-5343. Next term, the Court will answer the question

[By Wes Bryant] In honor of Atlanta hosting this summer’s World Cup, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Federal Defender

[By Kyana Givens] A blockchain is a digital ledger, a continuously growing list of records called “blocks” that are linked

BNB Quiz Questions: 1. Does an attempt to commit a crime of violence always qualify as a crime of violence

BNB Quiz Questions: 1. When a sentencing court measures the loss amount in a fraud conspiracy, how must it go

[By Kyana Givens] AI tools are in our offices whether we have a policy for them or not. Someone on

On Tuesday morning, Natasha Silas testified in front of the United States Sentencing Commission. She offered a brilliant narrative about

BNB Quiz Questions: 1. Under Rule 803(4) of the Federal Rules of Evidence, may a court bar a defense expert