In Texas,what Factors Determine the Punishment a Convicted Individual Receives

question 8

Multiple Choice

In Texas,what factors determine the punishment a convicted individual receives?

• A) The severity and category of the crime
• B) The district attorney's opinion of the case
• C) The city in which the crime took place
• D) The age of the crime victim
• E) Whether there is adequate room in prison to house the convicted individual

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