Regulacje i polityka gospodarcza · 19.09.2001

Sentencing Guidelines for United States Courts

(A) Policy Priorities.--In July 2001, the Commission published a notice of possible policy priorities for the amendment cycle ending May 1, 2002. See 66 FR 128 (July 3, 2001). After reviewing public comment received pursuant to this notice, the Commission has identified its policy priorities for the upcoming amendment cycle. The Commission hereby gives notice of these policy priorities. (B) Issues Related to the Organizational Guidelines.--The Commission recently has received several letters from individuals and organizations suggesting that the Commission consider proposed changes to the guidelines in Chapter Eight (Sentencing of Organizations). (These letters are available at the Commission for public review.) In response, the Commission hereby requests comment on the scope, potential membership, and possible formation of an ad hoc advisory group on the organizational sentencing guidelines to consider any viable methods to improve the operation of these guidelines. (C) Issues Related to the Impact of Federal Sentencing Guidelines on Native Americans in Indian Country.--In June, 2001, the Commission held a hearing in Rapid City, South Dakota, for the purpose of receiving informati