Author Question: Most studies conclude that nine situational variables are important in the police discretionary ... (Read 88 times)

krzymel · **on:** Aug 12, 2018

Most studies conclude that nine situational variables are important in the police discretionary process. Identify and discuss these nine variables.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

When a crime is perceived to be less serious, individual factors such as prior record are given relatively less weight than when the crime is more serious.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

ryansturges · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 12, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Situational Factors
The attitude of the complainant
The type and seriousness of the offense
The race, sex, and age of the offender
The attitude of the offender
The offender's prior contacts with the police
The perceived willingness of the parents to assist in solving the problem (in the case of a child)
The setting or location in which the incident occurs
Whether the offender denies the actions or insists on a court hearing (in the case of a child)
The likelihood that a child can be served by an agency in the community

Answer to Question 2

F