2d Circuit Affirms § 2D1.1(b)(12) Sentencing Guideline Enhancmenet in Case Charging Use of Residence in Connection With Drug Distribution
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In the recent case of United States of America v. Bryan Vinales (22-331-cr, 2d Cir. Aug. 29, 2023), the Second Circuit considered whether the district judge erred in imposing a two-level sentencing enhancement under § 2D1.1(b)(12) of the United States Sentencing Guidelines, which is applied when a defendant "maintains a premises for the purpose of manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance." The primary issue was whether this enhancement is applicable to defendants who use their personal residence for drug distribution or manufacturing.
2d Circuit Affirms § 2D1.1(b)(12) Sentencing Guideline Enhancmenet in Case Charging Use of Residence in Connection With Drug Distribution
2d Circuit Affirms § 2D1.1(b)(12) Sentencing…
2d Circuit Affirms § 2D1.1(b)(12) Sentencing Guideline Enhancmenet in Case Charging Use of Residence in Connection With Drug Distribution
In the recent case of United States of America v. Bryan Vinales (22-331-cr, 2d Cir. Aug. 29, 2023), the Second Circuit considered whether the district judge erred in imposing a two-level sentencing enhancement under § 2D1.1(b)(12) of the United States Sentencing Guidelines, which is applied when a defendant "maintains a premises for the purpose of manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance." The primary issue was whether this enhancement is applicable to defendants who use their personal residence for drug distribution or manufacturing.