Today, the Primary Purpose of Indeterminate Sentences Remains an Effort

question 9

Short Answer

Today, the primary purpose of indeterminate sentences remains an effort to individualize each sentence in the interest of ____________ offenders.

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Definitions:

Convictions

Legal judgments that a person is guilty of a crime.

Sex Offenses

Legal violations involving non-consensual sexual activities or behavior, subject to criminal penalties and social stigmatization.

Sexual Abuse Offenses

Acts of forcing or coercing someone into unwanted sexual activity, including both physical and non-physical forms, recognized as criminal behavior.

Child Murders

The heinous act of deliberately killing a child, which is considered one of the most severe forms of homicide.