1. Define the term remedy, and distinguish between two types of remedies
What will be an ideal response?
A remedy is a method of rectifying wrongdoing. Remedies may be legal or extralegal in nature. Extralegal remedies are those conducted outside the legal process. An example of an extralegal remedy is vigilantism. If one man is assaulted by another, the assaulted individual may seek revenge and opt to solve the perceived injustice with his fists. Legal remedies are remedies made available by the law, by court decisions, or by a police policy or procedure.
You might also like to view...
A General Theory of Crime specifies that involvement in conventional activities will control gang membershi
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Police must do all but which one of the following to address prostitution?
a. Shut down main streets to stop the traffic b. Enforce laws prohibiting prostitution c. Establish a visible police presence d. Impose community service in lieu of incarceration
Up until the 1800's, judges were reluctant to imprison offenders because:
a. The victim still had control over the charges that were brought a. Most offenders were under the control of the night watchmen b. Their labor was needed in the community c. There were no judges during this time
Does the Texas penalty structure provide too much discretion to the judge and jury in sentencing a criminal offender?
What will be an ideal response?