Overview
Racial disparities in sentencing are a significant issue within the criminal justice system, where individuals from different racial backgrounds receive unequal treatment. This can lead to harsher sentences for minorities compared to their white counterparts for similar offenses, highlighting system...
Key Terms
Example: A judge may sentence a defendant to five years in prison.
Example: A law enforcement agency that disproportionately targets minority communities.
Example: Police stopping a driver solely because of their race.
Example: Analyzing sentencing lengths between different racial groups.
Example: A judge may choose a lighter sentence based on mitigating circumstances.
Example: Revising sentencing laws to reduce mandatory minimums.
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Key Concepts
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