2009 FEDERAL SENTENCING GUIDELINES MANUAL

CHAPTER 5 - PART H - SPECIFIC OFFENDER CHARACTERISTICS

§5H1.12.    Lack of Guidance as a Youth and Similar Circumstances (Policy Statement)

Lack of guidance as a youth and similar circumstances indicating a disadvantaged upbringing are not relevant grounds in determining whether a departure is warranted.

Historical Note: Effective November 1, 1992 (see Appendix C, amendment 466). Amended effective November 1, 2004 (see Appendix C, amendment 674).