Multiple Choice
In 1995, Congress passed legislation calling for states to develop ______________. As such, those convicted of violent offenses are to serve at least 85% of the term they receive.
A) Mandatory minimum sentences
B) Indeterminate sentences
C) Truth in sentencing
D) Intermediate sanctions
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q5: _ is the only justification for criminal
Q6: Often during violent offenses among friends and
Q7: _ refers to the unequal treatment of
Q8: _ suggests that punishment serves to prevent
Q9: 24 states have created sentencing commissions, formal
Q11: In _ sentencing systems, the judge and
Q12: _ deterrence occurs when the object of
Q13: The number of death penalty sentences has
Q14: Treatment penalties assume an "identity of conflict"
Q15: Evidence supporting the effectiveness of deterrence is