Michael Avenatti re-sentenced to slightly shorter stint in federal prison
Briefly

Michael Avenatti, known for his criticisms of Trump, was re-sentenced to 11 years and three months for stealing millions from clients, following an overturned 14-year sentence. The 9th Circuit found that Judge Selna failed to consider crucial sentencing factors. Avenatti, acknowledging his past wrongdoings in a letter to the judge, expressed a desire for redemption, emphasizing the lessons learned during his imprisonment about trust, accountability, and personal values rather than money. He is slated to serve just under eight more years in prison after credit for time served.
Avenatti expressed a desire for mercy, stating his prison time has taught him accountability and the importance of trust and personal values over money.
Avenatti's original 14-year sentence was overturned by the 9th Circuit, resulting in a re-sentencing that reduced his time to 11 years and 3 months.
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