Prosecutors Are Considered to Have the Central Role in the Justice

question 110

Multiple Choice

Prosecutors are considered to have the central role in the justice process because they

• A)issue verdicts that determine defendants' guilt.
• B)have exchange relations with many other actors.
• C)issue indictments to initiate charges.
• D)hire and supervise police chiefs and sheriffs.

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Definitions:

Overconfidence

The phenomenon where an individual's confidence in their judgments and abilities is greater than the accuracy of those judgments.

Framing

The way an issue is posed; how an issue is framed can significantly affect decisions and judgments.

Framing

The way information is presented or an issue is structured, which can influence perception and decision-making.

Belief Perseverance

The psychological phenomena wherein individuals maintain their beliefs despite facing contradicting evidence or facts.