Research Suggests Which Two Important Variables That Determine Police Discretion

question 17

Multiple Choice

Research suggests which two important variables that determine police discretion in handling juveniles?

• A)age and race
• B)social class and age
• C)seriousness of the offense and prior police contacts
• D)parental involvement and race

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