Why are sentences more predictable in England and Wales than in the United States?

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Sentences are more predictable in England and Wales than in the United States because they are all based on mandatory sentencing guidelines. The courts in England and Wales use a grid-based guideline much like those in fashion in the United States, although, as noted previously, U.S. guidelines are advisory rather than mandatory. In the British case, Parliament has mandated that the “courts ‘must follow’ definitive guidelines rather than merely ‘have regard to’ them” (Roberts, 2011:1).

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Which goal of corrections focuses on preparing the offender for a return to the community unmarred by further criminal behavior?

a. deterrence b. diversion c. incapacitation d. reintegration

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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