Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Reasons

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that has been put forth explaining why mandatory minimum sentences do not deter crime?

• A)Offenders may not feel they are at risk of getting caught.
• B)The rate of incarceration for crimes is so low that harsh sentences only affect a small minority of serious offenders.
• C)Those with drug or alcohol abuse problems are probably not deterred.
• D)Most offenders are quite aware of the sentence they face if convicted.

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