Mini-Series Episode 20, Part 5: "Crimes of Violence" and "Violent Felonies" – What Do These Words Mean?
This podcast discusses the statutory and guideline definitions used in the categorical approach analysis. (Published March 2019)
The Federal Sentencing Guidelines
- 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.