Sentences with phrase «guidelines sentencing determination»

Not exact matches

Sentencing range enhancements based on facts alleged in charges of which a defendant has been acquitted («acquitted conduct») have long been among the most controversial features of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, in part because acquitted conduct enhancements effectively nullify the jury's determination in a criminal case.

Competent authorities have broad discretion in the determination of appropriate sanctions, and sentencing guidelines as known in other jurisdictions are not generally available in Switzerland.