If a Judge Wants to Depart from the Federal Sentencing

question 18

True/False

If a judge wants to depart from the federal sentencing guidelines, he or she must justify that departure in writing.

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Definitions:

Benzaldehyde

An organic compound characterized by a benzene ring with an aldehyde functional group, known for its almond-like aroma and used in flavoring and perfume.

Methylamine

A simple organic compound with the formula CH3NH2, characterized by a strong ammonia-like odor, used in the production of pesticides and pharmaceuticals.

Reagents

Substances or compounds added to a system to cause a chemical reaction or are used to test for the presence of another substance.

Reaction

A process in which one or more substances (the reactants) undergo a transformation to form new substances (the products).