Which of the Following Statements About the Use of Fines

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the use of fines is TRUE?

• A) The collection of fines is a high priority of the court's staff.
• B) Fines are used more frequently in Europe than in the United States.
• C) Only the United States uses fines as punishment.
• D) Fines in the United States are always based upon the offender's income.
• E) If offenders do not pay their fines immediately at the sentencing hearing, they are sent to jail until they pay.

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