Under the grouping rules of 3D1.2(b), the counts will be grouped together. (2) A person who violates paragraph (1) of this. If the resulting offense level is less than level27, increase to level 27. (J) Fentanyl analogue, for the purposes of this guideline, means any substance (including any salt, isomer, or salt of isomer thereof), whether a controlled substance or not, that has a chemical structure that is similar to fentanyl (N-phenyl-N-[1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinyl] propanamide). 3. For example, subsection (a)(2) would not apply to a defendant who possessed a dangerous weapon in connection with the offense, a defendant who guarded the cache of controlled substances, a defendant who arranged for the use of the premises for the purpose of facilitating a drug transaction, a defendant who allowed the use of more than one premises, a defendant who made telephone calls to facilitate the underlying controlled substance offense, or a defendant who otherwise assisted in the commission of the underlying controlled substance offense. To facilitate conversions to converted drug weight, the following table is provided: 9. Amended effective January 15, 1988 (amendment 25); November 1, 1989 (amendment 141). Imposition of Consecutive Sentence for 21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1)), as the primary basis for the guideline sentences. Additionally, any costs of environmental cleanup and harm to persons or property should be considered by the court in determining the amount of restitution under 5E1.1 (Restitution) and in fashioning appropriate conditions of supervision under 5B1.3 (Conditions of Probation) and 5D1.3 (Conditions of Supervised Release). For you to find [defendant] guilty of this crime you must be convinced that the government has proven each of these things beyond a reasonable doubt: If a mixture or substance contains more than one controlled substance, the weight of the entire mixture or substance is assigned to the controlled substance that results in the greater offense level. 1. WebFEDERAL DRUG LAWS Possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs is prohibited by federal law. At least 10 KG but less than 30 KG of Heroin; At least 3 KG but less than 10 KG of Heroin; At least 1 KG but less than 3 KG of Heroin; At least 700 G but less than 1 KG of Heroin; At least 400 G but less than 700 G of Heroin; At least 100 G but less than 400 G of Heroin; At least 80 G but less than 100 G of Heroin; At least 60 G but less than 80 G of Heroin; At least 40 G but less than 60 G of Heroin; At least 20 G but less than 40 G of Heroin; At least 10 G but less than 20 G of Heroin; At least 2.5 KG but less than 5 KG of Marihuana; At least 1 KG but less than 2.5 KG of Marihuana; 1 gm of 1-Methyl-4-phenyl-4-propionoxypiperidine/MPPP =, 1 gm of 1-(2-Phenylethyl)-4-phenyl-4-acetyloxypiperidine/PEPAP =, 1 gm of Fentanyl (N-phenyl-N-[1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinyl] Propanamide) =, 1 gm of Hydromorphone/Dihydromorphinone =, 1 gm of Dextropropoxyphene/Propoxyphene-Bulk =, 1 gm of Mixed Alkaloids of Opium/Papaveretum =, 1 gm of Levo-alpha-acetylmethadol (LAAM) =, COCAINE AND OTHER SCHEDULE I AND II STIMULANTS (AND THEIR IMMEDIATE PRECURSORS)*, 1 gm Phenylacetone/P2P (when possessed for the purpose of manufacturing methamphetamine) =, 1 gm Phenylacetone/P2P (in any other case) =, SYNTHETIC CATHINONES (EXCEPT SCHEDULE III, IV, AND V SUBSTANCES)*, 1 gm of a synthetic cathinone (except a Schedule III, IV, or V substance) =, LSD, PCP, AND OTHER SCHEDULE I AND II HALLUCINOGENS (AND THEIR IMMEDIATE PRECURSORS)*, 1 gm of D-Lysergic Acid Diethylamide/Lysergide/LSD =, 1 gm of Mushrooms containing Psilocin and/or Psilocybin (Dry) =, 1 gm of Mushrooms containing Psilocin and/or Psilocybin (Wet) =, 1 gm of Phencyclidine (actual) /PCP (actual) =, 1 gm of Pyrrolidine Analog of Phencyclidine/PHP =, 1 gm of Thiophene Analog of Phencyclidine/TCP =, 1 gm of 4-Bromo-2,5-Dimethoxyamphetamine/DOB =, 1 gm of 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine/DOM =, 1 gm of 3,4-Methylenedioxyamphetamine/MDA =, 1 gm of 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine/MDMA =, 1 gm of 3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-ethylamphetamine/MDEA =, 1 gm of 1-Piperidinocyclohexanecarbonitrile/PCC =, 1 gm of N-ethyl-1-phenylcyclohexylamine (PCE) =, 1 gm of Marihuana/Cannabis, granulated, powdered, etc. In this section, you will find resources to assist you in understanding and applying the federal sentencing guidelines. PAUL, Minn. A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger. See 21 U.S.C. Statutory Provisions: 21 U.S.C. 1319(c), the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, 42 U.S.C. 860a or 865. (B) If the defendant was convicted under 21 U.S.C. 6. Amended effective November 1, 1992 (amendment 447); November 1, 2002 (amendment 646). WebAny person who violates section 841(a)(1) of this title or section 856 of this title by distributing, possessing with intent to distribute, or manufacturing a controlled Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1987. WebST. Amended effective November 1, 1991 (amendment 397); November1, 1992 (amendment 447). Each year, the Commission reviews and refines these policies in light of congressional action, decisions from courts of appeals, sentencing-related research, and input from the criminal justice community. Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. Sentencing Commission is an independent agency in the judicial branch that was created as part of the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984. Web(b) It is unlawful for any person knowingly to manufacture, distribute, advertise, or possess with intent to manufacture or distribute a look-alike substance. The base offense level corresponding to that aggregate quantity is level 30. Synthetic cannabinoid, for purposes of this guideline, means any synthetic substance (other than synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol) that binds to and activates type 1 cannabinoid receptors (CB1 receptors). 844(a). (12) If the defendant maintained a premises for the purpose of manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance, increase by 2levels. This was to be expected due to the drop in the number of these charges being filed, as described above. 802 to mean controlled substances that are falsely labeled so as to appear to have been legitimately manufactured or distributed. As explained on my Possession page, having any amount of In this section, you will find a comprehensive collection of research and data reports published on sentencing issues and other areas of federal crime. Where the circumstances establish intended consumption by a person other than the defendant, an upward departure may be warranted. In some cases, the enhancement under subsection (b)(14)(A) may not account adequately for the seriousness of the environmental harm or other threat to public health or safety (including the health or safety of law enforcement and cleanup personnel). WebST. List II chemicals are generally used as solvents, catalysts, and reagents. When the guidelines are amended, a subsequent, In this section, you will find the Commissions comprehensive archive of yearly amendments and. WebFederal law prohibits unauthorized distribution, possession with intent to distribute, and simple possession of oxycodone and other Schedule II controlled substances (such as If the offense involved the large-scale manufacture, distribution, transportation, exportation, or importation of prohibited flasks, equipment, chemicals, products, or material, an upward departure may be warranted. Background: This section implements the direction to the Commission in Section 6454 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. Conversely, where the offense was not committed for pecuniary gain (e.g., transportation for the defendant's personal use), a downward departure may be warranted. Statutory Provision: 21 U.S.C. WebPossession with Intent to Distribute is a more serious version of Possession of a Controlled Substance. (5) If the defendant is convicted under 21 U.S.C. (1) If the offense involved unlawfully manufacturing a controlled substance, or attempting to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully, apply 2D1.1 (Unlawful Manufacturing, Importing, Exporting, or Trafficking) if the resulting offense level is greater than that determined above. If the offense involved both a substantive drug offense and an attempt or conspiracy (e.g.,sale of five grams of heroin and an attempt to sell an additional ten grams of heroin), the total quantity involved shall be aggregated to determine the scale of the offense. "Interactive computer service", for purposes of subsection (b)(4) and this note, has the meaning given that term in section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 7. 6928(d), the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, 33 U.S.C. (5) the offense level specified in the Drug Quantity Table set forth in subsection (c), except that if (A) the defendant receives an adjustment under 3B1.2 (Mitigating Role); and (B) the base offense level under subsection (c) is (i) level 32, decrease by 2 levels; (ii) level 34 or level 36, decrease by 3 levels; or (iii) level 38, decrease by 4 levels. Note, however, that if an adjustment from subsection (b)(3)(C) applies, do not apply 3B1.3 (Abuse of Position of Trust or Use of Special Skill). As a result, the punishment can be harsher if the defendant pleads or is found guilty, particularly if the defendant was involved in gang activity or organized crime. (1) If the defendant (A) intended to manufacture methamphetamine, or (B) knew, believed, or had reasonable cause to believe that prohibited flask, equipment, chemical, product, or material was to be used to manufacture methamphetamine, increase by 2 levels. 70506)1 1st offense Substance Each year, the Commission reviews and refines these policies in light of congressional action, 230(f)(2)). A woman has pleaded guilty in Amarillo Federal Court for one count of "Distribution and Possession With Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine" after she was charged in late August 2022. According to the defendants guilty plea and court documents, on May 2, 2022, law enforcement observed Levi Adams Westbrook, 30, meet with a suspected drug trafficker Federal agents may bring federal charges. (1) If the defendant is convicted of a single count involving the death or serious bodily injury of more than one person, apply Chapter Three, Part D (Multiple Counts) as if the defendant had been convicted of a separate count for each such victim. When this is not the case, it is to be presumed that each 1/4 inch by 1/4 inch section of the blotter paper is equal to one dose. 841(b)(1)(A), (b)(1)(B), or (b)(1)(C), or 21 U.S.C. Historical Note:Effective November 1, 1987. Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1989 (amendment 140). Statutory Provisions: 21 U.S.C. Application of Subsection (b)(1)."Firearm" and "dangerous weapon" are defined in the Commentary to 1B1.1 (Application Instructions). 5124 (relating to violations of laws and regulations enforced by the Department of Transportation with respect to the transportation of hazardous material). In making this determination, the court may consider, for example, the price generally obtained for the controlled substance, financial or other records, similar transactions in controlled substances by the defendant, and the size or capability of any laboratory involved. If the resulting offense level is less than level 30, increase to level 30. Such conduct is covered by 3C1.1 (Obstructing or Impeding the Administration of Justice) and, if applicable, 2D1.1(b)(16)(D). Structuring Chemical Transactions or Creating a Chemical Mixture to Evade Reporting or Recordkeeping Requirements; Presenting False or Fraudulent Identification to Obtain a Listed Chemical; Attempt or Conspiracy, (1) The offense level from 2D1.11 (Unlawfully Distributing, Importing, Exporting, or Possessing a Listed Chemical) if the defendant knew or believed that the chemical was to be used to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully; or, (2) The offense level from 2D1.11 (Unlawfully Distributing, Importing, Exporting or Possessing a Listed Chemical) reduced by 3 levels if the defendant had reason to believe that the chemical was to be used to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully; or. 720 ILCS 646/55. At least 30 KG but less than 90 KG of PCP, or PAUL A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine after law enforcement seized a pound of methamphetamine and a pen gun from a vehicle in May 2022. 841, 960, 962, and 46 U.S.C. (H) Hashish, for the purposes of this guideline, means a resinous substance of cannabis that includes (i)one or more of the tetrahydrocannabinols (as listed in 21 C.F.R. In a case in which the defendant possessed or distributed the listed chemical without such knowledge or belief, a 3-level reduction is provided to reflect that the defendant is less culpable than one who possessed or distributed listed chemicals knowing or believing that they would be used to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully. (b) Specific Offense Characteristics. For example, subsection (b)(4) would apply to a defendant who operated a web site to promote the sale of Gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) but would not apply to coconspirators who use an interactive computer service only to communicate with one another in furtherance of the offense. (13) If the defendant knowingly misrepresented or knowingly marketed as another substance a mixture or substance containing fentanyl(N-phenyl-N-[1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinyl] propanamide) or a fentanyl analogue, increase by 4 levels. Because LSD typically is marketed and consumed orally on a carrier medium, the inclusion of some weight attributable to the carrier medium recognizes (A) that offense levels for most other controlled substances are based upon the weight of the mixture containing the controlled substance without regard to purity, and (B) the decision in Chapman v. United States, 500U.S. 453 (1991) (holding that the term mixture or substance in 21 U.S.C. 1314 0 obj <>stream See1B1.1 (Application Instructions), Application Note 4(A). 960(b)(1), (b)(2), or (b)(3), and the offense of conviction establishes that death or serious bodily injury resulted from the use of the substance; or, (3) 30, if the defendant is convicted under 21 U.S.C. 844(a). This guideline applies only in a case in which the defendant is convicted of a statutory violation of drug trafficking in a protected location or involving an underage or pregnant individual (including an attempt or conspiracy to commit such a violation) or in a case in which the defendant stipulated to such a statutory violation. (A) If the offense involved (i) an unlawful discharge, emission, or release into the environment of a hazardous or toxic substance; or (ii) the unlawful transportation, treatment, storage, or disposal of a hazardous waste, increase by 2levels. 841(b)(1)(A), (b)(1)(B), or (b)(1)(C), or 21 U.S.C. WebThis list includes all federal (not state) sentencing laws that require the judge to give the offender a mandatory minimum prison term. Additionally, any costs of environmental cleanup and harm to persons or property should be considered by the court in determining the amount of restitution under 5E1.1 (Restitution) and in fashioning appropriate conditions of supervision under 5B1.3 (Conditions of Probation) and 5D1.3 (Conditions of Supervised Release). PAUL, Minn. A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger. Additionally, in determining the amount of restitution under 5E1.1 (Restitution) and in fashioning appropriate conditions of probation and supervision under 5B1.3 (Conditions of Probation) and 5D1.3 (Conditions of Supervised Release), respectively, any costs of environmental cleanup and harm to individuals or property shall be considered by the court in cases involving the manufacture of amphetamine or methamphetamine and should be considered by the court in cases involving the manufacture of a controlled substance other than amphetamine or methamphetamine. There also may be cases in which the substance involved in the offense is a mixture containing a synthetic cannabinoid diluted with an unusually high quantity of base material. If the resulting offense level is less than level 26, increase to level 26. 2D1.2. Amended effective November 1, 1992 (amendment 447); December 16, 2000 (amendment 608); November 1, 2001 (amendment 620). 2D1.10. 4. Subsection (b)(17) implements the directive to the Commission in section 7(2) of Public Law 111220. U.S. District Court Judge R. David Proctor has sentenced a Lincoln man to 20 years in prison Thursday for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine Subsection (a)(2) does not apply unless the defendant had no participation in the underlying controlled substance offense other than allowing use of the premises. 845b). Amended effective January 15, 1988 (amendment 24); November 1, 1989 (amendment 304); November 1, 1990 (amendment 321); November1, 1992 (amendment 447); September 23, 1994 (amendment 509); November 1, 1995 (amendment 514); November 1, 1997 (amendments 556 and 558); November 1, 2010 (amendments 746 and 748); November 1, 2011 (amendment 750). If such material cannot readily be separated from the mixture or substance that appropriately is counted in the Drug Quantity Table, the court may use any reasonable method to approximate the weight of the mixture or substance to be counted. 848 provides a 20-year minimum mandatory penalty for the first conviction, a 30-year minimum mandatory penalty for a second conviction, and a mandatory life sentence for principal administrators of extremely large enterprises. 1111 had such killing taken place within the territorial or maritime jurisdiction of the United States, apply 2A1.1 (First Degree Murder) or 2A1.2 (Second Degree Murder), as appropriate, if the resulting offense level is greater than that determined under this guideline. These professionals include doctors, pilots, boat captains, financiers, bankers, attorneys, chemists, accountants, and others whose special skill, trade, profession, or position may be used to significantly facilitate the commission of a drug offense. 822(g). Unless otherwise specified, analogue, for purposes of this guideline, has the meaning given the term controlled substance analogue in 21 U.S.C. In a case involving a large-scale dealer, distributor, or manufacturer, an upward departure may be warranted. In such a case, a departure may be warranted. In the case of a controlled substance that is not specifically referenced in the Drug Quantity Table, determine the base offense level as follows: (i) Use the Drug Conversion Tables to find the converted drug weight of the controlled substance involved in the offense. 841 Prohibits the manufacture and distribution of, and possession with intent to distribute, controlled substances 21 U.S.C. In this section, you can follow the Commissions work through the amendment cycle as priorities are set, research is performed, testimony is heard, and amendments are adopted. Tables for making the necessary conversions are provided below. Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1987. An upward departure nonetheless may be warranted when the mixture or substance counted in the Drug Quantity Table is combined with other, non-countable material in an unusually sophisticated manner in order to avoid detection. The concentrated substance is then usually sprayed on or soaked into a plant or other base material, and trafficked as part of a mixture. 841(c)(1), (2), (f)(1), 865, 960(d)(1), (2), (3), (4). 865 would achieve the "total punishment" in a manner that satisfies the statutory requirement of a consecutive sentence. 863 (formerly 21 U.S.C. (iv) The location of the laboratory (e.g., whether the laboratory is located in a residential neighborhood or a remote area), and the number of human lives placed at substantial risk of harm. (A) Controlled Substances Not Referenced in Drug Quantity Table.The Commission has used the sentences provided in, and equivalences derived from, the statute (21 U.S.C. Any reference to cocaine includes ecgonine and coca leaves, except extracts of coca leaves from which cocaine and ecgonine have been removed. Nonetheless, this approach does not override the applicability of mixture or substance for the purpose of applying any mandatory minimum sentence (see Chapman; 5G1.1(b)). 802(32). (17) If the defendant receives the 4-level (minimal participant) reduction in 3B1.2(a) and the offense involved all of the following factors: (A) the defendant was motivated by an intimate or familial relationship or by threats or fear to commit the offense and was otherwise unlikely to commit such an offense; (B) the defendant received no monetary compensation from the illegal purchase, sale, transport, or storage of controlled substances; and. 845), 860 (formerly 21 U.S.C. Subsection (b)(12) implements the directive to the Commission in section 6(2) of Public Law 111220. This is a 100:1 quantity ratio. 1. 2D1.6. at least 1.5 KG but less than 4.5 KG of Amphetamine (actual); See 5C1.2 (Limitation on Applicability of Statutory Minimum Sentences in Certain Cases). 2246(2) and (3), respectively. Any person who manufactures or distributes (ii) Find the corresponding converted drug weight in the Drug Quantity Table. Subsection (b)(2) applies if the conduct for which the defendant is accountable under 1B1.3 (Relevant Conduct) involved any discharge, emission, release, transportation, treatment, storage, or disposal violation covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, 42 U.S.C. In making this determination, the court should consider how frequently the premises was used by the defendant for manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance and how frequently the premises was used by the defendant for lawful purposes. The enhancement for weapon possession in subsection (b)(1) reflects the increased danger of violence when drug traffickers possess weapons. Subsection (b)(2) implements the directive to the Commission in section 5 of Public Law111220. Drug possession laws generally fall into one of two main categories: Simple possession (for personal use); and; Possession with intent to distribute. 22. Renting or Managing a Drug Establishment; Attempt or Conspiracy. (See also Application Note 6.) 1319(c), the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, 42 U.S.C. In this section, learn about the Commissions mission, structure, and ongoing work. Unlawful Possession; Attempt or Conspiracy, (1) 8, if the substance is heroin or any Schedule I or II opiate, an analogue of these, or cocaine base; or, (2) 6, if the substance is cocaine, flunitrazepam, LSD, or PCP; or. Such offenses interfere with the ability of others to safely access and use the area and also pose or risk a range of other harms, such as harms to the environment. In some cases, the enhancement under subsection (b)(2) may not adequately account for the seriousness of the environmental harm or other threat to public health or safety (including the health or safety of law enforcement and cleanup personnel). 46317(b). (Methamphetamine and Amphetamine Precursor Chemicals). Certain inmates cannot petition the court for resentencing such as anyone convicted for rape or murder, or any registered sex offenders. Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1987. Drug possession laws generally fall into one of two main categories: Simple possession (for personal use); and Possession with intent to distribute. (D)If the offense (i) involved the manufacture of amphetamine or methamphetamine; and (ii) created a substantial risk of harm to the life of a minor or an incompetent, increase by 6 levels. A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. In this case, the base offense level would be level 36. Thus, the approach decided upon by the Commission will harmonize offense levels for LSD offenses with those for other controlled substances and avoid an undue influence of varied carrier weight on the applicable offense level. WebIf a person has between 5 and 49 grams of pure meth, or 50 to 499 grams of a mixture, it is considered possession with intent to distribute (trafficking), and federal Brown was indicted by a federal grand jury on May 17, 2022. In order to comply with the relevant statute, the court should determine the appropriate "total punishment" and, on the judgment form, divide the sentence between the sentence attributable to the underlying drug offense and the sentence attributable to 21 U.S.C. In this example, the amount delivered more accurately reflects the scale of the offense. The PCP converts to 70 kilograms of converted drug weight; the LSD converts to 25 kilograms of converted drug weight. Application of Subsection (c)(1)."Offense involved unlawfully manufacturing a controlled substance or attempting to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully," as used in subsection (c)(1), means that the defendant, or a person for whose conduct the defendant is accountable under 1B1.3 (Relevant Conduct), completed the actions sufficient to constitute the offense of unlawfully manufacturing a controlled substance or attempting to manufacture a controlled substance unlawfully. 841(b)(4), is treated as simple possession, to which 2D2.1 applies. The cocaine converts to 16 kilograms of converted drug weight, and the cocaine base converts to 7.142 kilograms of converted drug weight. 1308.11(d)(31)), (ii) at least two of the following: cannabinol, cannabidiol, or cannabichromene, and (iii) is essentially free of plant material (e.g., plant fragments). A communication facility includes any public or private instrument used in the transmission of writing, signs, signals, pictures, and sound; e.g., telephone, wire, radio. A Bemidji man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. 865, increase by 2 levels. (B) To calculate the base offense level in an offense that involves two or more chemicals each of which is set forth in the Ephedrine, Pseudoephedrine, and Phenylpropanolamine Quantity Table, (i) aggregate the quantities of all such chemicals, and (ii) determine the base offense level corresponding to the aggregate quantity. Title 21 U.S.C. 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