Discuss the various types of structured sentences

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In states that use determinate sentences, there has been an attempt to develop methods to structure and control the sentencing process and make it more rational. Sentencing guidelines were implemented by many states and the federal government. Guidelines give judges a recommended sentence based on the seriousness of a crime and the background of an offender. Some states use presumptive sentencing guidelines, which is a form of sentencing in which the legislature sets the penalties for criminal acts. Some states have rejected guidelines altogether because they perceive them as an improper interference with the role of the judiciary.

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________ guarantees the accused the right to counsel when in custody and thereafter

A) ?Weeks v. Illinois B) ?Miranda v. Arizona C) ?Bell v. VMI D) ?Takasugi v. Washington E) ??Gibbons v. Ogden

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INTERPOL's measure of worldwide homicide is considered the most accurate source of homicide statistics

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_____________may result in hallucinations, delusions and disorganized behavior, thinking, and/or speech

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