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Discretion in the Criminal Justice System


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Discretion in the Criminal Justice System
Discusses the impact of mandatory-minimum sentencing laws imposed on the court system by Congress.
1,217 words (approx. 4.9 pages) | 5 sources | APA | 2002 United States


Paper Summary:

Uses the specific example of John S. Martin, a federal judge in New York City, to explore the negative consequences mandatory-minimum sentencing laws have on the authority and performance of judges, parole officers, and probation officers.

From the Paper:

"John S. Martin, who served as a federal judge in New York City for 13 years, originally intended to retire as many of his peers had, reducing his workload but staying involved in what he considered an interesting and valuable profession. Indeed, he thought that value outweighed the modest salary he would receive; he knew full well he could earn much more as a lawyer in private practice."

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APA Citation:

Discretion in the Criminal Justice System (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Discretion-in-the-Criminal-Justice-System/45677

MLA Citation:

"Discretion in the Criminal Justice System" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Discretion-in-the-Criminal-Justice-System/45677>




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