👉 Presentencing is a legal concept in criminal law that refers to the process of reviewing an individual's criminal record before they are sentenced. Presentencing hearings typically involve the court examining and determining whether the accused has committed any crimes or was involved in any other relevant offenses, such as fraud or theft. In presentencing proceedings, the court will generally consider several factors when making a decision on whether to sentence the accused. These factors include the nature of the crime committed, the circumstances surrounding the event, the defendant