It’s a challenge answering the question “How many federal inmates could be affected by Amendment 821?”. The impact of this amendment is varied based on several factors, including the nature of the offenses, the specific circumstances of individual cases, and how federal judges applied the newly granted discretion in sentencing. Amendment 821 primarily targets non-violent…
Criminal justice reform in the United States legal system is underway and the recent Federal Sentencing Amendment 821 stands as a notable milestone, reflecting a concerted effort to address disparities and promote fairness within the federal criminal sentencing system. Enacted in response to growing concerns over inequities in sentencing, this amendment aimed to recalibrate the…
