How to Write a Letter of Leniency

1). Format your letter by setting the margins to one inch; this is the standard for business and legal letters.
2). Type your address without your name. Skip a space, then type the date with the month spelled out. Skip another space.
3). Type the judge's name and title, the court's name, and the address of the court. Skip an additional space.
4). Type "Honorable Judge (Name):" and skip another space.
5). Begin the letter by identifying the defendant and the case number, as well as what the charges are.
6). Respectfully request leniency, and explain the circumstances. Be concrete and give specific details.
7). Thank the judge for her time, and provide your contact information in case the court needs further information.
8). Conclude the letter by typing "Respectfully," skip three line spaces, then type your name. Then sign above your typed name.