Briefly discuss what type of factors are reported in the presentence report.

What will be an ideal response?


Presentence reports cover a wide range of factors, such as safety factors, medical factors, and statements by the victim or victims about the impact of the crime. They also report the physical and mental health issues of the offender, along with information regarding their personal social relationships.

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Information about a defendant's background often comes to the judge in the form of a presentence investigation (PSI) report

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Having given juveniles many of the due process rights accorded adult offenders, juvenile courts are looking more like criminal courts. Is this beneficial for the juvenile?

What will be an ideal response?

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When a person lacks motivation to act after exposure to unpleasant events over which he feels he has not control, he is probably experiencing

A) learned helplessness. B) learned aversion. C) proactive depression. D) nuchal rigidity.

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The VIP is generally a program for offenders of DUI of alcohol or drugs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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