Which of the following does the text identify as an important built-in characteristic of the criminal justice system in the U.S.?

A. standardization-treating all people the same way
B. discretion-deciding each case on its own merits
C. thoroughness-everyone who commits a crime should be charged
D. deterrence-basing all actions on deterring more crime


Answer: C

Sociology

You might also like to view...

Germans form mutual aid societies to help new immigrants coming to the United States

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Sociology

Studies have shown that negotiation of new roles and understanding is required for a successful marriage. Provide a brief explanation that strengthens the arguments made in these studies

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

____________ is the use of calculated, unlawful physical force or threats of violence against a government, organization, or individual to gain some political, religious, economic, or social objective

a. War b. Terrorism c. Activism d. Militarism

Sociology

Many divorced mothers face downward mobility, meaning __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.

Sociology