One of the Factors Undermining the Deterrent Effect of a Crackdown

question 37

Multiple Choice

One of the factors undermining the deterrent effect of a crackdown on drunk driving cases in court is that

• A) the punishment is delayed so the speedy element of deterrence goes unmet
• B) offenders do not perceive the consequences as unpleasant
• C) crackdowns reduce the specific deterrent while increasing the general deterrent
• D) mandatory sentences may be evaded

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Definitions:

Maintain

To keep something in an existing state or condition, preventing it from deteriorating or ensuring its continual effectiveness.

Avoid

To deliberately stay away from or prevent an event or situation from happening.

One-Upmanship

The practice of gaining a competitive advantage or superiority over others, often through clever but sometimes dubious means.

Falsehoods

False statements or lies meant to deceive.