Which of the Following Factors Can Affect a Judge's Decision

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors can affect a judge's decision when sentencing a defendant?

• A) the seriousness of the crime
• B) the defendant's age
• C) the defendant's children's ages
• D) the defendant's address

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