One of the factors undermining the deterrent effect of a crackdown on drunk driving cases in court is that
a. the punishment is delayed so the speedy element of deterrence goes unmet
b. offenders do not perceive the consequences as unpleasant
c. crackdowns reduce the specific deterrent while increasing the general deterrent
d. mandatory sentences may be evaded
D
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a. extrinsic b. intrinsic c. moral d. categorical
In which case was it ruled that offenders cannot receive the death sentence if they were under 18 at the time of the crime?
a. Ring v. Arizona b. Georgia v. Furman c. McCleskey v. Kemp d. Roper v. Simmons
"Graduated sanctions" essentially means that the severity of the punishment should fit the crime
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Criminal justice agencies typically work diligently at controlling the informal structure of their organizations through:
a. formal socialization of members b. enforcement of official policies and procedures. c. internal investigation of critical deviations from mandated practices. d. all of these