Teachable Moments Series

Episode 23, Part 5: Relevant Conduct in Economic Crimes Offenses

What is actual versus intended loss? Why does it matter? Tune in to find out, as well as learn about special rules that may apply when calculating loss amounts at §2B1.1. (Published March 2020)

Episode 24: First Step Act - Case Law Update

Teachable Moments Series

Episode 23, Part 3: Relevant Conduct in Drugs and Guns

Teachable Moments Series

Episode 23, Part 4: Grouping of Multiple Counts

Why not just add units when I have multiple counts of conviction? Because that’s not how the grouping rules work! Learn how to follow the Decision Tree to find the correct answers every time. (Published March 2020)

In child pornography offenses, there are different relevant conduct principles depending on the offense of conviction. This podcast will review how relevant conduct operates for these offenses. (Published September 2018)

What do the guidelines mean when they say “convicted of” a certain offense? Does that cover a conspiracy offense? Using a conviction under 18 U.S.C. § 1594(c) as an example, we will explain how to determine the base offense level under U.S.S.G §2G1.3. (Published September 2018)

Revocations can have a significant impact on criminal history scores. Learn how a revocation sentence can increase criminal history points and expand the time frame for calculating prior sentences. (Published September 2018)