at least 3 KG but less than 9 KG of PCP (actual); Where necessary, this scheme has been modified in response to specific congressional directives to the Commission. 6. Structuring Chemical Transactions or Creating a Chemical Mixture to Evade Reporting or Recordkeeping Requirements; Presenting False or Fraudulent Identification to Obtain a Listed Chemical; Attempt or Conspiracy, (1) The offense level from 2D1.11 (Unlawfully Distributing, Importing, Exporting, or Possessing a Listed Chemical) if the defendant knew or believed that the chemical was to be used to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully; or, (2) The offense level from 2D1.11 (Unlawfully Distributing, Importing, Exporting or Possessing a Listed Chemical) reduced by 3 levels if the defendant had reason to believe that the chemical was to be used to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully; or. 865, increase by 2 levels. The total therefore converts to 95 kilograms of converted drug weight, for which the Drug Quantity Table provides an offense level of 22. Subsection (b)(3) is derived from Section 6453 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. If the substance (except gamma-hydroxybutyric acid) is in liquid form, one unit means 0.5 milliliters. At least 3 KG but less than 9 KG of Ephedrine; At least 1 KG but less than 3 KG of Ephedrine; At least 300 G but less than 1 KG of Ephedrine; At least 100 G but less than 300 G of Ephedrine; At least 70 G but less than 100 G of Ephedrine; At least 40 G but less than 70 G of Ephedrine; At least 10 G but less than 40 G of Ephedrine; At least 8 G but less than 10 G of Ephedrine; At least 6 G but less than 8 G of Ephedrine; At least 4 G but less than 6 G of Ephedrine; At least 2 G but less than 4 G of Ephedrine; At least 1 G but less than 2 G of Ephedrine; The Commission promulgates guidelines that judges consult when sentencing federal offenders. (3) 4, if the substance is any other controlled substance or a list I chemical. Amended effective November 1, 1990 (amendment 320); November 1, 1992 (amendment 447); November 1, 1994 (amendment 505); November 1, 2009 (amendment 737); November 1, 2012 (amendment 770); November 1, 2018 (amendment 807). Without the cap, the combined converted weight would have been 88.48 (76 + 9.99 + 2.49) kilograms. (b) Specific Offense Characteristics. WebThis list includes all federal (not state) sentencing laws that require the judge to give the offender a mandatory minimum prison term. (1) If a dangerous weapon (including a firearm) was possessed, increase by 2 levels. In this section, you can follow the Commissions work through the amendment cycle as priorities are set, research is performed, testimony is heard, and amendments are adopted. For Schedule II drugs, the maximum possible penalty for distributing, selling, or possessing with the intent to distribute is 30 years in prison and a fine of $75,000. Subsection (b)(11) implements the directive to the Commission in section 6(1) of Public Law 111220. See1B1.1 (Application Instructions), Application Note 4(A). (1) If the defendant is convicted of a single count involving the death or serious bodily injury of more than one person, apply Chapter Three, Part D (Multiple Counts) as if the defendant had been convicted of a separate count for each such victim. In this section, you will find a comprehensive collection of research and data reports published on sentencing issues and other areas of federal crime. 860a or 865. "Interactive computer service", for purposes of subsection (b)(4) and this note, has the meaning given that term in section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. Applicability of Subsection (b)(18).The applicability of subsection (b)(18) shall be determined without regard to whether the defendant was convicted of an offense that subjects the defendant to a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment. (1) If a victim was killed under circumstances that would constitute murder under 18 U.S.C. Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. Here, the judge must impose a sentence pursuant to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines Manual without regard to any statutory minimum sentence, if the court finds 1. PAUL, Minn. A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger. For example, a mixture weighing 10grams containing PCP at 50% purity contains 5 grams of PCP (actual). 19. Each year, the Commission reviews and refines these policies in light of congressional action, For example, subsection (b)(7) would apply to a defendant who operated a web site to promote the sale of Gamma-hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB) but would not apply to coconspirators who use an interactive computer service only to communicate with one another in furtherance of the offense. Section 5C1.2(b), which provides a minimum offense level of level 17, is not pertinent to the determination of whether subsection(b)(18) applies. In order to comply with the relevant statute, the court should determine the appropriate "total punishment" and, on the judgment form, divide the sentence between the sentence attributable to the underlying drug offense and the sentence attributable to 21 U.S.C. (B) Upward Departure Based on Drug Quantity.In an extraordinary case, an upward departure above offense level 38 on the basis of drug quantity may be warranted. Certain inmates cannot petition the court for resentencing such as anyone convicted for rape or murder, or any registered sex offenders. 841(c)(3), (f)(1), 843(a)(4)(B), (a)(8). Background: Offenses under 21 U.S.C. (a) Base Offense Level (Apply the greater): (1) 4 plus the offense level from 2D1.1 applicable to the underlying offense; or. 2007). The base offense levels in 2D1.1 are either provided directly by the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986 or are proportional to the levels established by statute, and apply to all unlawful trafficking. Statutory Provisions: 21 U.S.C. Drug possession laws generally fall into one of two main categories: Simple possession (for personal use); and; Possession with intent to distribute. Amended effective January 15, 1988 (amendment 25); November 1, 1989 (amendment 141). Any reference to cocaine includes ecgonine and coca leaves, except extracts of coca leaves from which cocaine and ecgonine have been removed. WebThis video covers federal sentencing on federal drug cases that involve mandatory minimum sentences. The number of prison sentences for possession with intent to distribute charges has significantly decreased, according to data from the Oklahoma Department of Corrections from January 1, 2017 to February 29, 2020. 21a-278a (a) 1. See 5G1.1(b). (1) If the offense involved unlawfully manufacturing a controlled substance, or attempting to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully, apply 2D1.1 (Unlawful Manufacturing, Importing, Exporting, Trafficking) if the resulting offense level is greater than that determined above. According to a release from the U.S. Department of Justice, on May 2, 2022, law enforcement observed 30-year-old (E) In the case of an offense involving marihuana plants, treat each plant, regardless of sex, as equivalent to 100 grams of marihuana. 2D2.1. For additional statutory provision(s), see Appendix A (Statutory Index). I cover safety valve in great detail for your benefit. Amended effective November 1, 2010 (amendments746 and 748); November 1, 2011 (amendment 750); November 1, 2014 (amendment 783); November 1, 2018 (amendment 807). Applicability to Counterfeit Substances.The statute and guideline also apply to counterfeit substances, which are defined in 21 U.S.C. 848 will be grouped with other drug offenses for the purpose of applying Chapter Three, Part D (Multiple Counts). If the offense involved both a substantive drug offense and an attempt or conspiracy (e.g.,sale of five grams of heroin and an attempt to sell an additional ten grams of heroin), the total quantity involved shall be aggregated to determine the scale of the offense. Regulatory Offenses Involving Registration Numbers; Unlawful Advertising Relating to Scheduled Substances; Attempt or Conspiracy. Classification of Controlled Substances.Certain pharmaceutical preparations are classified as Schedule III, IV, or V controlled substances by the Drug Enforcement Administration under 21 C.F.R. 13. This website is produced and published at U.S. taxpayer expense. An upward departure nonetheless may be warranted when the mixture or substance counted in the Drug Quantity Table is combined with other, non-countable material in an unusually sophisticated manner in order to avoid detection. (B) Directly Involved in the Importation of a Controlled Substance (Subsection(b)(16)(C)).Subsection (b)(16)(C) applies if the defendant is accountable for the importation of a controlled substance under subsection (a)(1)(A) of 1B1.3 (Relevant Conduct (Factors that Determine the Guideline Range)), i.e., the defendant committed, aided, abetted, counseled, commanded, induced, procured, or willfully caused the importation of a controlled substance. Web(1) Upon conviction of Paragraph (B)(4) or (C)(4) of this Section, possession with intent to distribute fentanyl or carfentanil or possession of fentanyl or carfentanil, the court may suspend any sentence which it imposes and place the defendant on probation pursuant to Article 893 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. (5) If the defendant is convicted under 21 U.S.C. Mixture or Substance.Mixture or substance as used in this guideline has the same meaning as in 21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1)(A), (b)(1)(B), or (b)(1)(C), or 21 U.S.C. 845b). 7. (21 U.S.C. (12) If the defendant maintained a premises for the purpose of manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance, increase by 2levels. 0
Federal prosecutors allege one person died from a fentanyl overdose after purchasing pills that were furnished by Watson, according to the criminal complaint filed Application of Subsection (b)(3).For purposes of subsection (b)(3), "mass-marketing by means of an interactive computer service" means the solicitation, by means of an interactive computer service, of a large number of persons to induce those persons to purchase a controlled substance. (B) The terms PCP (actual), Amphetamine (actual), and Methamphetamine (actual) refer to the weight of the controlled substance, itself, contained in the mixture or substance. In a case involving such a conviction but in which only part of the relevant offense conduct directly involved a protected location or an underage or pregnant individual, subsections (a)(1) and (a)(2) may result in different offense levels. (B) Interaction of Subsections (b)(1) and (b)(2).The enhancements in subsections (b)(1) and (b)(2) may be applied cumulatively (added together), as is generally the case when two or more specific offense characteristics each apply. endstream
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WebThis list includes all federal (not state) sentencing laws that require the judge to give the offender a mandatory minimum prison term. 2D1.12. Tables for making the necessary conversions are provided below. For example, the enhancement would not be applied if the defendant, arrested at the defendants residence, had an unloaded hunting rifle in the closet. Sentencing Commission is an independent agency in the judicial branch that was created as part of the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984. List I chemicals are important to the manufacture of a controlled substance and usually become part of the final product. Historical Note:Effective November 1, 2007 (amendment 700). Where the offense level for the underlying offense is to be determined by reference to 2D1.1, see Application Note 5 of the Commentary to 2D1.1 for guidance in determining the scale of the offense. (A) Except as provided in Note (B), to calculate the base offense level in an offense that involves two or more chemicals, use the quantity of the single chemical that results in the greatest offense level, regardless of whether the chemicals are set forth in different tables or in different categories (i.e., list I or list II) under subsection (d) or (e) of this guideline, as appropriate. Laws that require the judge manufacture, distribution, or possession with intent to distribute, no death or serious bodily injury results 1st offense; manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. (C) Examples for Combining Differing Controlled Substances.. Unlawful Sale or Transportation of Drug Paraphernalia; Attempt or Conspiracy. 1. In a case involving 100 grams of oxymorphone, the converted drug weight would be 500 kilograms, which corresponds to a base offense level of 26 in the Drug Quantity Table. Note, however, that 18 U.S.C. (C) the defendant had minimal knowledge of the scope and structure of the enterprise. Application of Subsection (b)(3).Subsection (b)(3) applies if the conduct for which the defendant is accountable under 1B1.3 (Relevant Conduct) involved any discharge, emission, release, transportation, treatment, storage, or disposal violation covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, 42 U.S.C. 3. Similarly, in the case of a controlled substance for which the maximum offense level is less than level38, an upward departure may be warranted if the drug quantity substantially exceeds the quantity for the highest offense level established for that particular controlled substance. However, in a case in which the defendant merely possessed a dangerous weapon but did not use violence, make a credible threat to use violence, or direct the use of violence, subsection (b)(2) would not apply. The offense level for methylamine is determined by using 2D1.11. 17. In some cases, the enhancement under subsection (b)(2) may not adequately account for the seriousness of the environmental harm or other threat to public health or safety (including the health or safety of law enforcement and cleanup personnel). (A) Definition.For purposes of this guideline, sexual offense means a sexual act or sexual contact as those terms are defined in 18 U.S.C. (7) If the defendant, or a person for whose conduct the defendant is accountable under 1B1.3 (Relevant Conduct), distributed a controlled substance through mass-marketing by means of an interactive computer service, increase by 2 levels. In making this determination, the court may consider, for example, the price generally obtained for the controlled substance, financial or other records, similar transactions in controlled substances by the defendant, and the size or capability of any laboratory involved. The typical case addressed by this guideline involves small-scale trafficking in drug paraphernalia (generally from a retail establishment that also sells items that are not unlawful). For certain types of controlled substances, the converted drug weights assigned in the Drug Conversion Tables are capped at specified amounts (e.g., the combined converted weight of all Schedule V controlled substances shall not exceed 2.49 kilograms of converted drug weight). According to the defendants guilty plea and court documents, on May 2, 2022, law enforcement observed Levi Adams Westbrook, 30, meet with a suspected drug trafficker Background: Because a conviction under 21 U.S.C. Application of Subsection (b)(1)."Firearm" and "dangerous weapon" are defined in the Commentary to 1B1.1 (Application Instructions). 843(a)(6), (7), 864. This new law made many drug possession offenses punishable as a misdemeanor only and allowed those serving time in a state prison for drug possession charges to petition the court for resentencing. 230(f)(2)). Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. Mixture or substance does not include materials that must be separated from the controlled substance before the controlled substance can be used. In such a case, an upward departure would be warranted. In such a case, a departure may be warranted. Below is a sampling of state penalties pertaining to drug possession: Washington Up to five years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000 for possession of any amount of heroin (double penalties for subsequent offenses). 841, 960, 962, and 46 U.S.C. Mar. Similarly, in the case of marihuana having a moisture content that renders the marihuana unsuitable for consumption without drying (this might occur, for example, with a bale of rain-soaked marihuana or freshly harvested marihuana that had not been dried), an approximation of the weight of the marihuana without such excess moisture content is to be used. At least 30,000,000 units but less than 90,000,000 units of Ketamine; 1ST. 842(a)(1), 843(a)(1), (2). Such conduct is covered by 3C1.1 (Obstructing or Impeding the Administration of Justice) and, if applicable, 2D1.1(b)(16)(D). Because LSD typically is marketed and consumed orally on a carrier medium, the inclusion of some weight attributable to the carrier medium recognizes (A) that offense levels for most other controlled substances are based upon the weight of the mixture containing the controlled substance without regard to purity, and (B) the decision in Chapman v. United States, 500U.S. 453 (1991) (holding that the term mixture or substance in 21 U.S.C. If the offense resulted in the death or serious bodily injury of a large number of persons, such that the resulting offense level under subsection (b) would not adequately reflect the seriousness of the offense, an upward departure may be warranted. (6) If the defendant meets the criteria set forth in subdivisions (1)-(5) of subsection (a) of 5C1.2 (Limitation on Applicability of Statutory Minimum Sentences in Certain Cases), decrease by 2 levels. Renting or Managing a Drug Establishment; Attempt or Conspiracy. (B) Substantial Risk of Harm Associated with the Manufacture of Amphetamine and Methamphetamine (Subsection (b)(14)(C)(D)).. Endangering Human Life While Illegally Manufacturing a Controlled Substance; Attempt or Conspiracy. Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1987. Weba conviction of possession with intent to distribute carries a five year sentence for quantities of 500 grams or more. In determining the most closely related controlled substance, the court shall, to the extent practicable, consider the following: (A) Whether the controlled substance not referenced in this guideline has a chemical structure that is substantially similar to a controlled substance referenced in this guideline. In the case of a synthetic cathinone that is not specifically referenced in this guideline, the converted drug weight for the class should be used to determine the appropriate offense level. 960(b)(5), and the offense of conviction establishes that death or serious bodily injury resulted from the use of the substance; or. (2) If the offense involved (A) an unlawful discharge, emission, or release into the environment of a hazardous or toxic substance; or (B) the unlawful transportation, treatment, storage, or disposal of a hazardous waste, increase by 2 levels. (See also Application Note 6.) Continuing Criminal Enterprise; Attempt or Conspiracy. at least 1.5 KG but less than 4.5 KG of Methamphetamine (actual), or 1. For example, in the Drug Conversion Tables set forth in this Note, 1 gram of a substance containing oxymorphone, a Schedule I opiate, converts to 5kilograms of converted drug weight. at least 1.5 KG but less than 4.5 KG of Amphetamine (actual); Background: This section implements the direction to the Commission in Section 6454 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. If the resulting offense level is less than level 26, increase to level 26. Provided, however, that if the actual weight of the marihuana is greater, use the actual weight of the marihuana. (a) Base Offense Level (Apply the greatest): (1) 2 plus the offense level from 2D1.1 applicable to the quantity of controlled substances directly involving a protected location or an underage or pregnant individual; or, (2) 1 plus the offense level from 2D1.1 applicable to the total quantity of controlled substances involved in the offense; or, (3) 26, if the offense involved a person less than eighteen years of age; or. (1) The offense level from 2D1.1 (Unlawful Manufacturing, Importing, Exporting, or Trafficking (Including Possession with Intent to Commit These Offenses); Attempt or Conspiracy) applicable to the underlying offense, except that 2D1.1(a)(5)(A), (a)(5)(B), and (b)(18) shall not apply. In this section, learn about the Commissions mission, structure, and ongoing work. (A) If the offense involved the manufacture of amphetamine or methamphetamine, increase by 3 levels. 994(n), by reason of a defendants substantial assistance in the investigation or prosecution of another person who has committed an offense. See 5K1.1 (Substantial Assistance to Authorities). In such cases, an upward departure may be warranted. 5124 (relating to violations of laws and regulations enforced by the Department of Transportation with respect to the transportation of hazardous material). Any person who manufactures or distributes Applicability of Subsection (b)(6).The applicability of subsection (b)(6) shall be determined without regard to the offense of conviction. These professionals include doctors, pilots, boat captains, financiers, bankers, attorneys, chemists, accountants, and others whose special skill, trade, profession, or position may be used to significantly facilitate the commission of a drug offense. Determining Quantity Based on Doses, Pills, or Capsules.If the number of doses, pills, or capsules but not the weight of the controlled substance is known, multiply the number of doses, pills, or capsules by the typical weight per dose in the table below to estimate the total weight of the controlled substance (e.g., 100 doses of Mescaline at 500milligrams per dose= 50 grams of mescaline). 865 would achieve the "total punishment" in a manner that satisfies the statutory requirement of a consecutive sentence. As large quantities are normally associated with high purities, this factor is particularly relevant where smaller quantities are involved. The Commission collects, analyzes, and disseminates a broad array of information on federal crime and sentencing practices. 3. According to the defendants guilty plea and court documents, on May 2, 2022, law enforcement observed Levi Adams Westbrook, 30, meet with a suspected drug trafficker At least 8.4 KG but less than 25.2 KG of Cocaine Base; (J) Fentanyl analogue, for the purposes of this guideline, means any substance (including any salt, isomer, or salt of isomer thereof), whether a controlled substance or not, that has a chemical structure that is similar to fentanyl (N-phenyl-N-[1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinyl] propanamide). Additionally, any costs of environmental cleanup and harm to persons or property should be considered by the court in determining the amount of restitution under 5E1.1 (Restitution) and in fashioning appropriate conditions of supervision under 5B1.3 (Conditions of Probation) and 5D1.3 (Conditions of Supervised Release). (IV) The location of the laboratory (e.g., whether the laboratory is located in a residential neighborhood or a remote area), and the number of human lives placed at substantial risk of harm. The total, 1.125 kilograms of converted drug weight, has an offense level of 8 in the Drug Quantity Table. Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. WebPossession with intent to distribute (PWID) is a more serious charge than simple possession. (16) If the defendant receives an adjustment under 3B1.1 (Aggravating Role) and the offense involved 1 or more of the following factors: (A) (i) the defendant used fear, impulse, friendship, affection, or some combination thereof to involve another individual in the illegal purchase, sale, transport, or storage of controlled substances, (ii) the individual received little or no compensation from the illegal purchase, sale, transport, or storage of controlled substances, and (iii) the individual had minimal knowledge of the scope and structure of the enterprise; (B) the defendant, knowing that an individual was (i) less than 18years of age, (ii) 65 or more years of age, (iii) pregnant, or (iv)unusually vulnerable due to physical or mental condition or otherwise particularly susceptible to the criminal conduct, distributed a controlled substance to that individual or involved that individual in the offense; (C) the defendant was directly involved in the importation of a controlled substance; (D) the defendant engaged in witness intimidation, tampered with or destroyed evidence, or otherwise obstructed justice in connection with the investigation or prosecution of the offense; (E) the defendant committed the offense as part of a pattern of criminal conduct engaged in as a livelihood. 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