Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning California's 1994

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning California's 1994 three strikes law?

• A) California was forced to release 32,000 prisoners because of overcrowding.
• B) The majority of California's prison inmates were serving their time under this legislation.
• C) California's crime rate increased after it was passed.
• D) There was a decrease in the homicide rate after it was passed.

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