(October 2019) In fiscal year 2018, 1,414 child pornography offenders were sentenced in the federal system. Child pornography offenses have decreased by 12.4% since FY 2014.
- 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.
