Opponents of Victim Impact Statements Argue That They

question 56

Multiple Choice

Opponents of victim impact statements argue that they

• A) Violate the fifth amendment rights of offenders
• B) Result in reduced sentences for the offender
• C) Are prejudicial and inflammatory
• D) Constitute double jeopardy

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Definitions:

Date Rape

Unwanted, forced sexual intercourse in a dating situation.

Gender Roles

Social and cultural norms that dictate the behaviors, activities, and roles deemed appropriate for men and women in a society.

Peer Pressure

The influence exerted by a peer group, encouraging individuals to change their attitudes, values, or behaviors to conform to group norms.

Abusive Dating Relationships

Relationships in which one partner consistently exhibits behaviors that physically, sexually, emotionally, or psychologically harm the other partner.