Originally Posted By: svsg
okay, now that we have the expert in the discussion, let me ask another question \:\) Is there a law that specifies that the same punishment should be given for two identical crimes?


As Kly pointed out, there are federal sentencing gudelines and some discretion within those guidlines.

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