Circumstances surrounding a crime that allow for a lighter sentence to be handed down are known as:
a. aggravating circumstances
b. relevant circumstances
c. mitigating circumstances
d. meaningful circumstances
C
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A. the probability of security devices B. the ease of selling stolen merchandise C. Fred's immediate need for money D. neighbors who might notice a break-in
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What will be an ideal response?
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What will be an ideal response?