Tag: federal sentencing guidelines

New Federal Sentencing Enhancements for Firearm Offenses

Patrick Nightingale November 14, 2025

The United States Sentencing Commission recently approved several key amendments to the federal sentencing guidelines, including substantial enhancements related to the use and possession of

Navigating Federal Sentencing Guidelines: What You Need to Know

Patrick Nightingale May 8, 2025

Federal sentencing guidelines can be daunting for anyone facing criminal charges in federal court. Unlike state sentencing, where judges often have more discretion, federal guidelines

What Makes a Federal Criminal Case So Serious?

Patrick Nightingale May 2, 2025

You’ve likely heard the phrase, “Don’t make a federal case out of it.” It exists for a reason—federal criminal cases are among the most serious