Author Question: In Atkins v. Virginia (2002), the U.S. Supreme Court held that it was cruel and unusual punishment ... (Read 69 times)

neverstopbelieb

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 534
In Atkins v. Virginia (2002), the U.S. Supreme Court held that it was cruel and unusual punishment to execute mentally-retarded individuals.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Wiener and his colleagues (2004) found that modifying the sentencing instructions (e.g., simplifying the language) in a capital murder trial simulation helped jurors make decisions in this type of case.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



6ana001

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 311
Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

True



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Illness; diuretics; laxative abuse; hot weather; exercise; sweating; caffeine; alcoholic beverages; starvation diets; inadequate carbohydrate consumption; and diets high in protein, salt, or fiber can cause people to become dehydrated.

Did you know?

Medication errors are three times higher among children and infants than with adults.

Did you know?

About 3.2 billion people, nearly half the world population, are at risk for malaria. In 2015, there are about 214 million malaria cases and an estimated 438,000 malaria deaths.

Did you know?

Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.

Did you know?

If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library