All articles tagged with #sentencing enhancement
Raja Jackson, son of UFC legend Quinton Jackson, is expected to face criminal charges for assaulting pro wrestler Stuart Smith during an event in Los Angeles, with prosecutors seeking felony and misdemeanor charges along with sentencing enhancements due to the severity of Smith's injuries, which could lead to significant prison time if convicted.
A federal appeals court panel has overturned a trial judge's decision to apply a longer sentence range to a Jan. 6 rioter, potentially leading to resentencing for many convicted rioters. The panel ruled that the rioter's actions did not amount to substantial interference with the administration of justice, but upheld his felony conviction for obstructing Congress's certification of the electoral count. The decision precedes a Supreme Court case that could impact the obstruction charge and potentially invalidate convictions against hundreds of rioters.
A federal appeals court overturned a sentencing enhancement used against Jan. 6 defendants, potentially leading to over 100 convicted rioters being resentenced. The decision may impact plea negotiations and add to the workload of prosecutors and courts. The ruling could also affect former President Donald Trump's case, as he faces similar charges. The Supreme Court will review the obstruction charge, which could have implications for hundreds of Jan. 6 cases and Trump's legal battles.