What Is the Alternative Sanctions Argument for Choosing Not to Prosecute

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is the alternative sanctions argument for choosing not to prosecute a white-collar case?

• A) Prosecutors can use less costly civil or administrative proceedings to respond to white-collar offending.
• B) Less complex white-collar crimes can be fastracked through the system rather than prosecuted.
• C) Prosecutors offer an alternative punishment to prison if an offender pleads guilty, avoiding a lengthy prosecution.
• D) Defense attorneys for an offender can suggest alternative sanctions to the prosecutor for a plea of guilty.

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Definitions:

Dissociated Partner

A partner who has severed their relationship with a partnership, resulting in a change in the business's management or structure.

Transaction

A business deal or action, such as buying, selling, or trading, involving two or more parties exchanging goods, services, or financial assets.

Continuing Partnership

A partnership that persists in conducting its business operations despite changes in its membership or structure.

Nonwrongfully Dissociates

The process by which a partner departs from a partnership according to the terms of the partnership agreement or without violating any legal obligations.