Which of the Following Is Not a Criticism of the Use

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a criticism of the use of victim-impact statements in capital trials?

• A) Victim-impact statements about pain and suffering cannot be refuted.
• B) Victims may pretend to suffer more than they actually do.
• C) Some victims may not be able to express their pain and suffering as well as other victims.
• D) Victim-impact statements improperly refocus the death decision from the defendant and his or her crime to the character and reputation of the victim and the effect on his family.
• E) All of the above are criticisms.

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