Sentences with phrase «uncharged crimes»

In a criminal case where there is an extreme sentence, this is often the result of a judge applying sentencing discretion to reflect uncharged crimes.

But his 2009 perjury case will eventually be dismissed if he continues fully cooperating, as will several other uncharged crimes, removing any obstacles to his running.

Not exact matches

One thing the Libby case presents a good teaching point for is that the ability of a judge to consider uncharged conduct or crimes (or for that matter acquitted crimes) in sentencing is one of the main drivers of uncertainty in the Sentencing Guidelines.