(May 2020) In fiscal year 2019, 1,368 child pornography offenders were sentenced in the federal system. Child pornography offenses have decreased by 12.2% since FY 2015.
- The Commission promulgates guidelines that judges consult when sentencing federal offenders. When the guidelines are amended, a subsequent Guidelines Manual is published.
- In this section, you will find the Commission’s comprehensive archive of yearly amendments and Guidelines Manuals dating back to 1987.
