Sentencing Commission Guidelines Manual 2026

The Sentencing Commission Guidelines Manual is a comprehensive document that outlines the guidelines and procedures for determining federal sentences in the United States. Its principal purpose is to establish sentencing policies and practices for the federal criminal justice system that will assure the ends of justice by promulgating detailed guidelines prescribing the appropriate sentences for offenders convicted of federal crimes. The 2026 edition incorporates major amendments designed to streamline the rules, eliminate rarely used enhancements, and reduce litigation across federal courts.

Federal Judges, Prosecutors, Defense Attorneys, and Law Enforcement Officials