Jeff Johnson Is the Newest Judge to Take the Bench

question 90

Multiple Choice

Jeff Johnson is the newest judge to take the bench in the fifth district of Virginia. He spent 25 years as a prosecutor before being elected to the court. He is known for his lenient views on drugs and his extreme conservative views on crimes of violence. Judge Johnson is about to sentence a drug offender who has been convicted for the third time.
-Rebecca is a 37-year old black woman standing in front of Judge Johnson in absolute disbelief that she has not received a life sentence for killing her husband while he slept. She was in an abusive marriage. Instead, she received a 5-year sentence. How can you best explain Judge Johnson's decision

• A)Judge Johnson is also black and therefore has more sympathy.
• B)Older offenders get sentenced to lesser punishments than the young.
• C)Minorities are sentenced to more prison time than whites.
• D)Women are more likely to be treated leniently.

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Definitions:

Reactance

A psychological response where an individual feels a need to regain freedom in response to situations or regulations perceived as limiting personal choice.

Reluctance

A resistance or unwillingness to proceed or to do something.

Client-Helper Relationship

A dynamic interaction marked by trust, empathy, and mutual respect, aimed at facilitating the client's well-being and personal growth.

Complainant-Type

An individual or entity that makes a formal accusation or expresses dissatisfaction regarding a particular issue or situation.