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Sentencing Practice Talk is a podcast series designed to inform those interested in federal sentencing on guideline application issues. Topics range from frequently asked questions on the HelpLine, to sentencing practice tips, to recent case law developments. The information presented is intended to aid those involved in federal sentencing in the proper application of the guidelines and relevant case law. It does not represent the official position of the Commission and should not be cited as such. Listeners are advised to conduct their own independent research.
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- Jun 11, 2026
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 41
Episode 41: Exploring §5G1.3(Published June 11, 2026) In this episode, Commission staff break down all things §5G1.3.
- May 7, 2026
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 40
Episode 40: Financial Penalties in Sex Offense Cases(Published May 8, 2026) In this episode, USSC staff review financial penalties and assessments made in sex offense cases, including the difference between mandatory and discretionary restitution, the special assessments for both the Amy Vicky Andy Act and the Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act, and much more.
- Apr 16, 2026
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 39
Episode 39: Guidelines in the Field Series, Individualized Assessment(Published April 16, 2026) In what will be a semi-regular feature of Sentencing Practice Talk, this episode is part of the Guidelines in the Field series where we take a deep dive on a topic through the lens of an actual practitioner.
- Mar 16, 2026
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 38
Episode 38: Individualized Assessment(Published March 16, 2026) USSC staff cover a topic receiving extra attention following the 2025 guideline amendment to supervised release which introduced the term "individualized assessment." Lori and Pete offer guidance on the meaning of this term, review common misconceptions, and cover what is and is not an individualized assessment.
- Feb 19, 2026
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 37
Episode 37: Chapter Three of the Guidelines Manual(Published February 18, 2026) In this episode, Lori Baker and Peter Madsen focus on Chapter 3 of the Guidelines Manual and, in particular, the interplay between an increase at §3C1.1 for obstruction of justice and a reduction at §3E1.1 for
- Nov 18, 2025
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 36, Part 5
Episode 36: 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries, Part 5 - Circuit Conflicts(Published November 18, 2025) The 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries covers key amendments to the federal sentencing guidelines, effective November 1, 2025. Part five of the series examines the amendment addressing two circuit conflicts.
- Nov 18, 2025
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 36, Part 3
Episode 36: 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries, Part 3 - Firearms(Published November 18, 2025) The 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries covers key amendments to the federal sentencing guidelines, effective November 1, 2025. Part three of the series focuses on the firearm amendment that revises §2K2.1, the primary firearms guideline, to account for offenses involving machinegun conversion devices.Miniseries:
- Nov 18, 2025
Sentencing Practice Talk - Episode 36, Part 1
Episode 36: 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries, Part 1 - Supervised Release(Published November 18, 2025) The 2025 Guideline Amendments Miniseries covers key amendments to the federal sentencing guidelines, effective November 1, 2025. Part one of the series includes a brief overview of the amendment process and provides a detailed review of the amendment relating to supervised release.Miniseries:
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About Sentencing Practice Talk
Sentencing Practice Talk is a podcast series designed to inform those interested in federal sentencing on guideline application issues. Topics range from frequently asked questions on the HelpLine, to sentencing practice tips, to recent case law developments. The information presented is intended to aid those involved in federal sentencing in the proper application of the guidelines and relevant case law. It does not represent the official position of the Commission and should not be cited as such. Listeners are advised to conduct their own independent research.
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