What is the standard for determining whether a defendant is a minor or minor participant in criminal activity?

MultiRegion, United States of America

The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Tellio, 977 F.2d 594 (9th Cir. 1992):

"Whether a defendant is a 'minor' or 'minimal' participant in the criminal activity is a factual determination subject to the clearly erroneous standard." United States v. Sanchez-Lopez, 879 F.2d 541, 557 (9th Cir.1989).

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