The Strongest Predictor of the Outcome of a Bail Decision

question 30

Multiple Choice

The strongest predictor of the outcome of a bail decision is:

• A)the defendant's economic status.
• B)the seriousness of the offense.
• C)the defendant's race.
• D)the prosecutor's recommendation.

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Definitions:

Complex Rules

Set of guidelines or principles that are intricate and detailed, often requiring careful study or expertise to understand fully.

Guards Discretion

Guards discretion refers to the latitude or authority given to security personnel or prison officers to make judgment calls in various situations.

Ethical Problems

Issues or situations that require individuals or societies to choose between actions that are evaluated as right or wrong based on moral principles.

Prison Gang Members

Individuals who are part of organized groups within prisons, often associated with criminal activities and power dynamics.