The Current Prison Recidivism Rate Is Estimated to Be Less

question 73

True/False

The current prison recidivism rate is estimated to be less than 10 percent, which shows the efficiency of prisons in curbing future criminal activity.

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Consent Decrees

Legal agreements that settle a dispute between parties without admission of guilt but with the agreement to do or stop doing a certain activity.

Antitrust Case

Legal action taken against parties accused of violating antitrust laws, aimed at promoting competition and preventing monopolies.

Antitrust Division

A sector of the government, often within the Department of Justice, responsible for preventing monopolies and promoting market competition by enforcing antitrust laws.

Justice Department

A government department responsible for the enforcement of laws and administration of justice, typically at the national level.