Sentences Determined Under Sentencing Guidelines Are Based Primarily on a Combination

question 4

Multiple Choice

Sentences determined under sentencing guidelines are based primarily on a combination of the:

• A)seriousness of the crime and the offender's age.
• B)seriousness of the crime and the harm caused to the victim.
• C)offender's criminal history and whether the crime was violent.
• D)seriousness of the crime and the offender's criminal history.

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Definitions:

Monetary Award

A sum of money granted to an individual or organization as a recognition of achievement, a form of settlement, or as compensation for damages.

Profits

The financial gain obtained when the revenue generated from business activities exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes needed to sustain the activity.

Deregulation

The removal or reduction of government restrictions and regulations in an industry to encourage increased competition.

Reduced Prices

The offering of goods and services at lower rates than originally marked, often to clear inventory or boost sales.