Most Prosecutors Consider Several Factors in Making the Decision to Prosecute

question 21

Multiple Choice

Most prosecutors consider several factors in making the decision to prosecute or "noll." Given the information in the preface,which of those factors might provide the best opportunity to the prosecutor not to noll?

• A)a defendant who is willing to testify against other offenders
• B)uncooperative victim
• C)offense seriousness
• D)sufficient evidence for conviction

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