Are Sentencing Guidelines Mandatory?
Sentencing guidelines are not mandatory. They are advisory. But your sentence might still include a mandatory minimum.
Tag: Federal Sentencing
Can You Be Partially Eligible For FSA Time Credits?
Under federal law, you cannot be partially eligible for FSA Time Credits. If you're ineligible for one sentence, you're ineligible for all.
Explainer: What Happened To The EQUAL Act?
The EQUAL Act was bipartisan legislation with widespread public support. Now it's stuck in the Senate. Why?
What is a Presentence Investigation Report (“PSIR”)?
The Presentence Investigation Report has a huge impact during sentencing, but its impact extends far beyond that.
I’ve Been In Your Shoes: What Is A Downward Departure In Federal Court?
Most sentences in federal court fall within a sentencing range, but you can also get a downward departure. But is it worth the risk?