Federal Justice Statistics, 2023

In 2023, federal arrests dipped slightly, with immigration, drug, and supervision violations making up the bulk of cases. Methamphetamine and fentanyl topped DEA drug arrests, while immigration offenses accounted for a quarter of all federal arrests. The report also details shifting trends in sentencing, with three-quarters of convicted defendants receiving prison time and notable disparities across demographics and regions. From arrest through prosecution to incarceration, the data reflects the evolving workload of the federal justice system and how it handles a wide range of offenses across the U.S.