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Sentencing Guidelines

Rules that guide judges in determining the severity of a sentence.

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Jan 22, 2026
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How do federal penalties differ between possession, distribution, and production of CSAM?

treats possession, distribution (including receipt), and production of (CSAM) as distinct offenses with stepped-up penalties: possession carries significant prison terms and fines, distribution/receip...

Jan 27, 2026

What factors lead to reduced sentences in CSAM cases?

typically arise from a mix of legal mechanisms—, application of , and —and from practical features of prosecution such as evidentiary weaknesses, judicial discretion, and charging choices by prosecuto...