Define and discuss sentencing, incarceration, and release. What flexibility do judges have in sentencing? What is the differences between jail and prison? What is the role of a parole officer?
What will be an ideal response?
Sentencing—judge makes a determination or jury makes a recommendation. Some jurisdictions require judges to follow jury recommendations. Incarceration—most common formal sanction and the purpose is to confine the convict. Jail is a municipal facility for those sentenced to less than one year—prison is a state or federal facility for those sentenced to more than one year. Parole—early conditional release. Parole officers conduct surveillance and assist offenders in readjusting to the community.
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A. The way data were collected changed. B. The boundaries of the city changed. C. There was also a great increase in the population of Houston. D. None of the above.
In a competency hearing, what is the role of the forensic practitioner?
a. To objectively and impartially educate the judge and/or jury on the issue b. To find evidence that will support the side that hires the practitioner c. To objectively and impartially educate the opposing attorneys on the issue d. To support the police's investigation
If a reported crime cannot proceed for a variety of legal or environmental factors, police may later choose to
A. refer it to another agency. B. unfound the crime. C. investigate it for some other crime. D. clear the case.
Explain the four parts that make up social bonds to conformity according to Hirschi.
What will be an ideal response?