Show Notes
Mini-Series Episode 20, Part 7: How Do I Determine if the Offense Qualifies Under the List of Offenses in the Enumerated Clause? This episode discusses the offenses specified in the definitions of “crime of violence” and “violent felony” and the analysis required to determine if an offense qualifies as a “crime of violence” or “violent felony” under the enumerated clause. (Published March 2019)
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