What framework maintains that sentencing decisions are by blameworthiness, protection of the community, and the practical constraints and consequences of the sentencing decisions?
a. focal concerns theory
b. qualified sentencing
c. absolute sentencing theory
d. prosecutorial sentencing theory
Ans: a. focal concerns theory
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