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Kimbrough v. United States decision (12/10/2007)

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Description: In this case, the Supreme Court affirmed that federal sentencing guidelines for sentences for cocaine offenses are advisory only, and that district courts may consider other factors - including the disparity in sentencing guidelines for crack and powder cocaine - in issuing sentences.
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