In Chapter 8 of our text, we are introduced to five models of blended sentencing statutes which are intended to provide both juvenile and adult criminal courts with a greater range of dispositional and/or sentencing options. After you review these models, what are your thoughts? Do these models align with the individualized treatment emphasis of the juvenile court or are they potentially expanding waivers to criminal court and punitive sentencing options?
Should ethics training be mandatory? Should it be applied to all members of the system, only to those who have regular interaction with members of the
Should ethics training be mandatory? Should it be applied to all members of the system, only to those who have regular interaction with members of the public, or only to those below a certain level (e.g., patrol officers but not supervisors)? Why?