Judge Stone Handles the Bail Hearings in His Jurisdiction

question 45

Multiple Choice

Judge Stone handles the bail hearings in his jurisdiction. On a Monday morning his docket he has five cases. Fred is accused of first-degree murder. June is accused of petty theft. Aaron is accused of armed robbery with a firearm. Sal is accused of dealing in stolen property. Fiona is charged with prostitution.
-Judge Stone decides that Fred should not be given a bail because he is being charged with a serious crime. Judge Stone deems him to be dangerous and likely to commit crimes if released pending his trial. Retaining individuals in jail who are deemed dangerous is referred to as:

• A)premature detention
• B)preventive detention
• C)punitive detention
• D)statutory detention

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