It Turns Out That the Jury Nullification Option Is a Double-Edged

question 25

Multiple Choice

It turns out that the jury nullification option is a double-edged sword. Studies have showed that the nullification instructions allow juries to treat _____ offenders more leniently and _____ offenders more harshly.

• A) wealthy; poor
• B) poor; wealthy
• C) mentally ill; mentally sound
• D) sympathetic; unsympathetic

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Definitions:

Creaky Sound

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PTSD

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