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Navigating Federal Sentencing Reforms

This chapter examines the complexities of federal sentencing, particularly influenced by the First Step Act and its impact on judicial discretion. The speakers engage in a critical discussion about the effectiveness of sentencing guidelines, the role of demographic factors, and the challenges of mass incarceration in the U.S. Through highlighting significant cases and ongoing debates, the chapter advocates for more informed public discourse and ongoing reform efforts in the criminal justice system.

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