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My person is facing terrifyingly long sentences because, for some reason, his case became federal. I can hardly even think about these charges, and I hope with all my heart that they aren’t true. But if he cannot prove his innocence, he will go to prison for many years—maybe even decades—for the very same things that usually receive short or suspended sentences in state court. Despite the horrifying and revolting nature of these charges, I can’t imagine living without him for that long. Even thinking about it breaks my heart. I’m not young anymore, and I might not live long enough to see him free again. I also know that with charges like these, the chances of surviving in prison are very low. I’m crying constantly and feel like my body can’t handle this pain anymore.