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United States v. Ross
25-1366
| 9th Cir. | Nov 17, 2025
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*1 Before: SCHROEDER, RAWLINSON, and NGUYEN, Circuit Judges.

Darron Dimitri Ross appeals pro se from the district court’s order denying his motion for a sentence reduction under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(2). We have jurisdiction under 28 U.S.C. § 1291, and we affirm.

The district court agreed with the parties that Ross was eligible for a *2 sentence reduction under Amendment 821 to U.S.S.G. § 4A1.1. It determined, however, that the 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a) factors did not support a reduction in Ross’s 72-month sentence. See Dillon v. United States , 560 U.S. 817, 826-27 (2010) (describing the two-step process for evaluating a § 3582(c)(2) motion). We review this conclusion for abuse of discretion. See United States v. Dunn , 728 F.3d 1151, 1155 (9th Cir. 2013).

Contrary to Ross’s claim, the court acknowledged his rehabilitative efforts, progress towards restitution, and lack of disciplinary violations. It nevertheless concluded that “ a reduction in sentence is inappropriate given the nature of defendant’s offense and the impact on his victims.” The court reasonably balanced the § 3553(a) factors and did not abuse its discretion in denying relief. See Dunn, 728 F.3d at 1159.

AFFIRMED.

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[*] This disposition is not appropriate for publication and is not precedent except as provided by Ninth Circuit Rule 36-3.

[**] The panel unanimously concludes this case is suitable for decision without oral argument. See Fed. R. App. P. 34(a)(2).

Case Details

Case Name: United States v. Ross
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Date Published: Nov 17, 2025
Docket Number: 25-1366
Court Abbreviation: 9th Cir.
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