What is a status offense? Why are status offenses considered cruel and unusual punishment?
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Provide examples from your readings to support your answer.
Status offenses are offenses that are based on an individual’s mere status or condition. They are considered cruel and unusual punishment because it would be unjust to convict an individual, for example, of being homeless or being an alcoholic. For instance, in Robinson v. California, the defendant was not found guilty because the charge was based on his status as a narcotic addict, rather than any voluntary act of using drugs. In contrast, Powell v. Texas convicted the defendant of his public behavior and not his status as being homeless.
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