Explain the various different types of discretion prosecutor's have and when and why might a prosecutor exercise this discretion

What will be an ideal response?


• Whether an individual who has been arrested by the police will be charged with a crime.
• The level of the charges to be brought against the suspect.
• If and when to stop the prosecution.
• May exercise this discretion to if the case is weak, evidence is lacking, or the victim does not want to testify.

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A. The criminal justice system should be similar to an obstacle course. B. There should be a presumption of innocence until proven guilty. C. There should be faith in the court systems. D. All of the above are assertions of the due process model.

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Psychological reaction to a highly stressful event which includes symptoms of depression, anxiety, and recurring nightmares is known as ______.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What are the slave codes?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which type of force involves the use of tasers, which can temporarily incapacitate an offender?

a. physical force b. impact force c. electronic force d. chemical force

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