Statutes that impose mandatory prison sentences, generally a life sentence, on those convicted of an offense if they have been previously convicted of two prior serious criminal offenses are called ________.

A. intermediate sanctions
B. three-strikes laws
C. sentencing enhancements
D. sentencing commissions


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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