What Is Recidivism

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is recidivism?

• A)A special theory of deterrence
• B)A quasi-criminal offense punishable by light fines
• C)Repeat offenses by previously punished offenders
• D)Attempts to change the behavior of convicted offenders

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Definitions:

Third-Party Beneficiary

A person or entity that benefits from a contract made between two other parties, despite not being a party to that contract themselves.

Delegation

The act of assigning responsibility or authority from one person to another to carry out specific activities, while the original party remains accountable for the outcome.

Delegator's Duty

In the context of delegated tasks, this refers to the responsibility of the individual or party who has transferred a duty to another to ensure the duty is performed appropriately.

Delegator

A party in a contract who transfers his or her duties to perform to a third party who is not a part of the original contract (a delegatee).