Case 2-2 Governor Smith Is Concerned with the Crime Rates in His

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Case 2-2
Governor Smith is concerned with the crime rates in his state. He calls a special session of his cabinet and also contacts a few of the state senators to initiate a special session of Congress. Governor Smith wants to specifically address his states sentencing strategies. NARREND:
-Governor Smith is particularly concerned with the fact that offenders are sentenced to a specific amount of time in prison but are being released well before their sentence expires. He wants to enact a law that requires offenders in his state to serve a substantial portion of their sentences. He is hopeful that these new laws will reduce the discrepancy between the sentence imposed and the actual time served in prison. These laws are known as:

• A)Mandatory minimum sentencing laws
• B)Truth in sentencing laws
• C)Capital sentencing laws
• D)Three strike laws

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Definitions:

Contractual Promises

A commitment or guarantee included within a contract that one or both parties agree to carry out.

Compensate Victim

The act of providing restitution or payment to a person who has suffered harm or loss as a result of another's action.

Breach Of Contract

The violation of any terms or conditions within a legally binding agreement.

Punish Offender

The process or act of imposing a penalty on an individual or entity for breaking the law or rules.