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AO 250

Motion for Sentence Reduction Under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)

Federal · United States Courts · Effective September 1, 2020

This form is a request to the court asking for a reduction in a person's sentence, often called compassionate release. It asks for details about the person's case, their current sentence, and the reasons why they believe they should be released early.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used by an incarcerated person to file a motion with the court seeking a reduction of their prison sentence. It requires the person to provide information about their case and the reasons for the requested release.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
This form is for a 'Pro Se Inmate,' meaning it is filled out by the person who is incarcerated and filing the motion themselves. The form is titled 'Pro Se Motion for Compassionate Release.'
Does this motion require filing fees?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this motion.
What kind of documents can be attached?
Attachments can include a proposed release plan, additional medical information, or other information related to topics like victim abuse.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2020.

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