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CHAPTER FIVE - DETERMINING THE SENTENCE
§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 NoteEffective November 1, 1992 (amendment 466). Amended effective November 1, 2004 (amendment 674).