On October 8, the U.S. Parole Commission issued a proposed rule that would amend the Offense Behavior Severity Index in its paroling policy guidelines to equalize the ratings for crack cocaine and powder cocaine offenses. Comments may be submitted by the Regulations.gov e-Rulemaking portal, or by mail or fax, but must be received by December … Continue reading Criminal Process: U.S. Parole Commission Issues Proposed Rule Relating to Crack and Powder Cocaine Offenses, by Jonathan Rusch