We have been alerted about a new scam that preys on families with a loved one in prison, please beware!…
President Biden Pardons Federal Marijuana Convictions
In October of 2022, President Biden pardoned many federal and D.C. offenses for simple marijuana possession. On December 22, 2023,…
Case Law Update- Indiana Arson not an ACCA predicate
United States v. Gamez, 22-2278 (7th Cir. Jan. 2, 2024) The time to hesitate is through. No time to wallow…
Case Law Update- Bingham & Claybron
Hi all- A couple of noteworthy cases from the Seventh Circuit this week. U.S. v. Bingham- Click to read the…
All I want for Christmas is a few more ACCA examples…
For the NAFD amicus brief in Erlinger…. We’ve collected some great examples of how some of our clients have been…
USSC releases proposed guideline amendments for comment
Hi friends, Just writing to let you know that late last week, the Sentencing Commission dropped its proposed guideline amendments…
Google Ending Geofence Warrants
We all know that our cell phones are tracking our personal information, including our location. Depending on who you ask,…
We need your help!! Seeking info re ACCA occasions clause
Hi friends, Happy Monday! The Supreme Court granted review last month in Erlinger v. United States, No. 23-370, to address…
Sentence Reduction Project Ongoing
On November 1st, 2023, the new Federal Sentencing Guidelines went into effect. The Sentencing Guidelines are produced by the United…
Jackson and Brown are argued! Sentencing Resource Counsel
These cases are argued! Listen for yourselves! https://www.supremecourt.gov/oral_arguments/audio/2023/22-6389 And in the meantime, make sure to keep argue that prior convictions…
