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jjjetplane

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Specific deterrence suggests that criminal sanctions should be so powerful that known criminals will never repeat their criminal acts. Which statement about harsh (powerful) sanctions and deterrence is not true?
 
  a. Harsh sanctions work as an effective deterrence to recidivism.
 b. Harsh sanctions may result in defiance rather than deterrence.
 c. Experiencing harsh sanctions may cause severe psychological problems.
  d. The stigma of harsh sanctions labels and locks people into criminal careers.

Question 2

The pattern of cooperation, between prosecution and defense, that leads to a quick and efficient flow of cases through the court system is referred to as
 
  a. the adjudication work group. c. the courtroom work group.
  b. the trial work group. d. the due process work group.



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chevyboi1976

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

C




jjjetplane

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Reply 2 on: Aug 12, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


momolu

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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