I will, however, recommend leniency on the charges of possession and intent to distribute.

"I suspect, as well, that I will recommend leniency, or at least mercy, in the execution."

The Government, however, has promised to recommend leniency in exchange for his testimony.

The jury convicted Smith but recommended leniency and he was sentenced to 12 months in prison.

In addition, prosecutors agreed to recommend leniency in sentencing.

He faces up to a year in prison, but prosecutors are expected to recommend leniency when he is sentenced.

The United States attorney had recommended leniency, meaning a sentence less than the 33 to 41 months suggested in the law.

In exchange for his testimony, the Government has agreed to recommend leniency in sentencing.

It will depend on the judge, and whether the federal prosecutor recommends leniency.

Marquette was found guilty of first degree murder but the jury recommended leniency.