What Is Sentencing Disparity

question 83

Multiple Choice

What is sentencing disparity?

• A) A tendency for different judges to apply different sentences for the same offense.
• B) When judges believe that the purpose of sentencing is deterrence.
• C) A tendency for judges to ignore differences in recidivism rates for different crimes.
• D) A difference between the sentence given by a judge and the amount of time a convicted offender actually serves.

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