Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing in reference to Case # {case number}, which involves {Name}, who is {being sentenced, seeking custody of a child, etc.}.
I have known {Name} for {length of time}, and we are {coworkers, friends, etc.}. I believe I am in a position to speak to {Name's} moral character, so I hope you will take this letter into account when making your decision.
{Name} is, in short, a good person. {He/she} has always been kind and generous with others. {He/she} has a strong sense of duty, which applies in {his/her} job, family, and community. {He/she} also possesses a great deal of integrity, and constantly strives to make sure {he/she} is doing the right thing.
It must be difficult for you to make decisions like this when you don't actually know the person standing in front of you, so I hope you will look at my letter and the countless others you're receiving, and understand that {Name} is the kind of person around whom people rally. That has to say something, so please let that be a factor in your decision.
Thank you,
{Sender}
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