Punch and Jurists

U.S. v. Dewire, No. 01-1257 (1st Cir.) (271 F.3d 333) (November 16, 2001) (Judge Richard G. Stearns) by There are numerous provisions in the Federal sentencing laws that define a fair and just sentence as one which reflects the seriousness of the offense, promotes respect for the law, and provides …

U.S. v. Sammoury, No. 95-3043 (D.C. Cir.) (74 F.3d 1341) (February 6, 1996) (Judge A. Raymond Randolph) by Court rejected a claim that the defendant should receive a downward departure as a battered woman - under both U.S.S.G. §§ 5K2.12 and 5K2.13 - and held that an appellate court has …