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Supreme Court Ruling Transforms Criminal Sentencing Guidelines

7/15/2025

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In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has determined that retributive factors cannot influence sentencing, challenging the established guidelines of 18 USC 3535(a). Jolie Apicella explores how this ruling reshapes the landscape for criminal defense attorneys, urging them to rethink their strategies in pursuit of justice.

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In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has determined that retributive factors cannot influence sentencing, challenging the established guidelines of 18 USC 3535(a). Jolie Apicella explores how this ruling reshapes the landscape for criminal defense attorneys, urging them to rethink their strategies in pursuit of justice.