Explain what the right of allocution is and what a victim impact statement is. Do you think these in court processes are important? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?


Right of allocution provides the defendant an opportunity to make a statement; victim impact statement provides information on the impact of the crime on the victim and the victim’s family

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A mandatory sentence is a sentence determined by statutes and requiring that a certain penalty be imposed and carried out for convicted offenders who meet certain criteria.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The FBI is a part of the Department of ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In 2008, ________ was the only state with an indigent defense system funded entirely by counties.

A. Florida B. Pennsylvania C. Michigan D. Alaska

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All of the following are advantages of using probation instead of imprisonment except

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