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tatyanajohnson

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A sentence imposed by a judge may involve all but which of the following?
 
  a. Fine
  b. Executive clemency
  c. Imprisonment
  d. Probation

Question 2

Analyze U.S. Sentencing Guidelines. What value do they have and what limitations do they place on the court system?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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parker125

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Reply #1 on: Aug 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

Sentencing guidelines are a tool designed to regulate and help judges determine fair sentences. They are also aimed at reducing disparity between similar offenses.
They may reduce the discretion the judge was once allowed. Guidelines can be voluntary or mandatory.
Objectives:Summarize the sentencing process and the factors thatinfluence sentencing.


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Reply 2 on: Aug 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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