A sentence of 3 years' imprisonment with a 14-month custodial component for social security fraud involving $221,744.38 over nearly 13 years is within the sentencing range, even where the offender is aged 60, has no prior criminal history, suffers from major depressive disorder, and offended to support family rather than for personal enrichment. The case confirms that general deterrence remains the primary sentencing consideration for sustained social security fraud and that personal mitigating factors, including mental health conditions and good character, carry reduced weight in such cases.
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