Which sentencing principle holds that the severity of sanctions should bear a direct relationship to the seriousness of the crime committed?

a. equity
b. proportionality
c. social debt
d. deterrence


b

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The Directorate of Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection administers the Homeland

Security Advisory System. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. report B. brief C. recommendation D. order

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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