Sentence lengths for defendants with publicly financed attorneys are typically __________ than for defendants with hired counsel.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


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The Carrier Case of 1473 represents:

a. The law of vagrancy. b. The law of theft. c. Laws concerning feudal rights and obligations d. Labor law e. None of the above

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Which of the following is the primary reason for the development of mental health courts?

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Arson is treated as a felony based on the danger posed to inhabitants and neighbors. 2. The intent standard for burglary has been broadened under statutes to include any offense or a felony or misdemeanor theft. 3. Statutes typically decrease the penalty for crimes against habitation. 4. An aggravating circumstance is whether or not the crime is committed at night.

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When convicted of a crime, an incarcerated person loses all constitutional rights and liberties.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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