Why do victims often have mixed feelings about plea bargains?

What will be an ideal response?


on the one hand, any type of negotiated justice that lessens the offender's penalty may add insult to the injury
on the other hand, trials can bring events and emotions that some victims don't
want to reexperience

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Which of the following would be an example of a warning sign given by troubled teens to teachers?

a. A note b. A journal entry c. Making threats to teachers or students d. All of the above

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The more confidence subordinates have in the objectivity of the _____________ system, the less likely they will be to complain, to offset poor ratings by playing politics, or to develop a defensive attitude

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following would NOT indicate intent to abandon a vehicle?

a. Fleeing from it to avoid apprehension by police b. Leaving a vehicle that has run out of gas to walk to a gas station c. Leaving a vehicle unattended for a long period of time d. Leaving an unlocked, burned-out vehicle in the country

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Who shares the same goals as law enforcement?

a. Citizens b. Government c. Private security d. All of the above

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