| That sentence,
imposed by Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum, used the lowest possible amounts from federal
guidelines for Stewart's crimes. Her crimes were conspiracy, obstructing justice and
giving false statements. |
| Stewart's lead
appeals attorney will send a letter to the judge within 10 days suggesting
"modifications to the terms of her home confinement." His suggestions are
expected to include a recommendation for the judge to end house arrest. |
| Stewart complained to
fans during an online chat that her plastic ankle bracelet she is required to wear for
monitoring during house arrest chafes. Martha actually wrote in her chat, "I wish it
were removable, but it is not." |
| Even if there is no
change in her sentence, she will be free to leave her estate-bound house arrest early this
August. Until then she is permitted to leave home 48 hours per week for work. |
| Separately, Stewart
attorneys appeared before a three-judge appeals panel. They argued that her conviction
should be totally overturned. Stewart watched. |
