Explain the factors influencing individual discretion

What will be an ideal response?


Type and seriousness of the offense, attitude of the suspect, characteristics, position and preference of the victim, relationship between the suspect and the victim, evidence of the offense, and minority status of the parties to the offense.

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Denial of a speedy trial is an example of a procedural defense

a. True b. False

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______ is the creation or alteration of documents to give them the appearance of legality and validity with the intention of gaining some benefit from doing so.

A. Forgery B. Uttering C. Fraud D. Counterfeiting

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What is the primary concern with the GBMI verdict?

A. It does not guarantee treatment for the mentally ill individual. B. It absolves a defendant of criminal responsibility. C. It helps the defendant avoid a prison term. D. It requires expensive modifications to the court system.

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Juveniles have the right to bail in England

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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