The Use of Discretion by Criminal Justice System Actors Can

question 57

True/False

The use of discretion by criminal justice system actors can sometimes nullify or compensate for severe punishment laws.

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Definitions:

Collective Effervescence

A sociological term referring to the energy, harmony, and shared sense of identity that arises in groups during rituals and shared activities.

Prosocial Form

Behaviors or actions intended to benefit others or society as a whole, promoting positive social interactions and relationships.

Affective Energy

Refers to the dynamic emotional forces that drive social interactions and relationships.

Social Contagion

Refers to the spread of behaviors, attitudes, and affect through crowds and social networks.