The text presents a case in which a Stanford University student was convicted of rape. What was the penalty for this offense?
a. The perpetrators were each fined $500.00.
b. The perpetrators were banned from criminal justice classes and could not leave campus on weekends.
c. The perpetrator was sentenced to 6 months in prison.
d. The perpetrators were sentenced to a combined 55-year prison sentence.
c. The perpetrator was sentenced to 6 months in prison.
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a. Square. b. Cool. c. Life. d. Homebody.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Typically, if a defendant does not have legal counsel at an arraignment, the judge will appoint legal counsel for the indigent defendant at that time
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements about drug courts is NOT true?
A) Each court differs in its approach. B) They appear to be successful in reducing recidivism. C) They mainly serve juveniles. D) They are a form of diversion.