It's best to use "To the Honorable Judge of the (44th Judicial District Court - or whatever the Court's description is). Customer: I am writing a letter to the judge in reference to a 39 year old man I have known for over 23 years in his involvement in a drug charge.I am writing this letter on behalf of a family member mine who is presently before you on criminal charges and is due to be sentenced shortly. In certain cases, it's advisable to include a subject line. You cannot send a letter to the Judge, it would be an inappropriate communication. Writing a character letter for a judge can be a daunting task. Here are nine essential tips for writing an effective sentencing letter. I am writing this letter to offer a more complete picture of who_____ is as a person. To think about who can come to court to testify to the judge why it is in the best interests of the child(ren) to be with you. Court Forms and Instructions.