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Federal Sentencing Process

Judges consider guideline ranges, statutory limits, and 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a) factors when sentencing felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions.

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What federal sentencing guideline changes are proposed for CSAM offenses and how would they affect mandatory minimums?

The published a package of proposed 2026 guideline amendments in December 2025 and is soliciting public comment through February 10, 2026 . The public materials and summaries released by the Commissio...