This Section covers lack of guidance as a youth.

2010 FEDERAL SENTENCING GUIDELINES MANUAL

CHAPTER FIVE – DETERMINING THE SENTENCE

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).

(EFFECTIVE November 1, 2010)

United States Sentencing Commission