Travis and Greg both were convicted of criminal mischief. They received vastly different sentences. What explains the disparity in their sentences?
a. Punishment is reduced or increased based on the dollar amount of damages.
b. Punishment is reduced or increased based on the mental suffering of those involved.
c. Aggravating and mitigating factors.
d. Punishment was based on the plea bargain.
a. Punishment is reduced or increased based on the dollar amount of damages.
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