Jaime was sentenced to a $2,000 fine, 300 hours of community service, and 2 months of intensive outpatient drug treatment. What do you think is the most likely reason for Jaime's sentence?

a. There is no room in jail for another drug offender

b. Sentencing Jaime to a harsher punishment may embarrass her parents.
c. An attempt to help Jaime maintain the ties that she rebuilt with her family and community.
d. Restitution and community service is appropriate for a troubled drug offender.


c

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