A Federal Judge Must Adhere Strictly to Federal Sentencing Guidelines

question 21

True/False

A federal judge must adhere strictly to federal sentencing guidelines.

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Atypical Antipsychotics

A class of medication used to treat psychiatric conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, that tends to have fewer side effects than traditional antipsychotic drugs.

Mood Stabilizers

Medication used to treat mood disorders that helps to balance mood swings, particularly in bipolar disorder.