news reportFederal Courts Sentenced 110 Organizations; Environmental Crimes Led the ListU.S. Sentencing Commission data show environmental offenses at 37% of cases, while the median fine reached $500,000 and effective compliance programs were rare.August 7, 2026, 1:44 a.m. CDT
news reportFederal Prison Population Reached 154,932; 61% Had Mandatory-Minimum OffensesSentencing Commission data show most people in federal custody were sentenced within the past decade, with an average imposed term of 153 months.August 6, 2026, 10:03 p.m. CDT
news reportFederal Courts Sentenced 7,245 People Under Section 922(g) in 2025The Sentencing Commission says 89% of the cases involved a prior felony conviction and the average sentence was 63 months.August 10, 2026, 11:51 p.m. CDT
