Where can I find a paper that tells me the sentences convicted criminals get for certain crimes?
Information on the sentencing of convicted criminals is set down in something like codes of criminal proceedure, which are part of your state’s laws. You can look up the particulars in the law online. The problem is that a lot of sentences don’t set down a fixed or definite sentence, but offer the presiding magistrate a range of options. Start with your state’s criminal codes and see what you can find there. If you are interested in the sentence for a particular offense and you can get a minute of time with a modestly experienced legal professional, he might be able to run it down for you off the cuff.
