The Pros and Cons of Plea Bargaining: An Overview Analysis
Plea bargains have become the primary resolution for many criminal cases in the court system, with 95% of federal criminal cases currently resulting in a plea deal. These agreements are made between the prosecutor and the defendant, where the defendant agrees to plead guilty to the charges, thus avoiding a trial. In return, defendants typically […]
California Senate Bill 10: Ending Cash Bail
What is Cash Bail? When a person is arrested, cash bail is the amount of money arrestees must pay in order to leave custody before their trial. Bail is used as collateral to incentivize arrestees to attend their trial, and this amount of money is assigned by a judge. When assigning bail, judges take into […]
Preventing Crime Through Rehabilitation
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Preventing Crime Through Deterrence
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Preventing Crime Through Incapacitation
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The Cost of Healthcare in Prison
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Healthcare Access and Recidivism in Boston
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Juvenile Justice: A Historic Overview
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A Brief History of the War on Drugs
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Prison Nutrition: Do Agricultural Programs Enhance Health?
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