Starting level and typical ranges
For this charge the guideline sentence is the prison term the statute requires. Role, criminal history and plea adjustments do not change it, and it usually runs on top of any other sentence.
| Situation | Guideline sentence |
|---|---|
| 18 U.S.C. §2250(d): a violent crime committed while failing to register | 5 years |
| 18 U.S.C. §2260A: a listed felony involving a minor, committed while required to register | 10 years |
Important details
- The sentence is set by the statute alone. Chapter Three adjustments and criminal history do not apply to this count (§2A3.6).
- These terms must run consecutively, meaning after the sentence for the related offense (§2A3.6, note 1).
- When sentenced along with an underlying offense, that offense does not get an increase based on the same conduct as this conviction (§2A3.6, note 3).
Frequently asked questions
Is the calculator accurate for aggravated sex offender registration offenses?
It follows §2A3.6 of the Guidelines Manual effective November 1, 2025. It passed 5 review rounds, each comparing every number, rule and label with the manual text, and its last round found nothing to correct. Those reviews were done with AI tools, not by lawyers, and it has not yet been reviewed by an attorney, so mistakes are possible. The guidelines are advisory, and a lawyer who knows the case can tell you what actually applies.
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