Fixed Sentencing and Indeterminate Sentencing
Discipline: Criminal law
Type of Paper: Essay (any type)
Academic Level: Undergrad. (yrs 3-4)
Paper Format: APA
Pages: 2
Words: 400
Question
Description
1
What Works in Sentencing?
Compare and contrast contemporary reasoning for adopting more fixed sentencing schemes with the reasoning for maintaining indeterminate sentencing. Evaluate the philosophical foundations and history. 150 words
2
The Need to Balance Habeas Corpus
Discuss the full balancing of interests that habeas corpus proceedings require. Assess the merits of the other interests that also need to be considered, according to the Rehnquist Court. How do you think social change has broadened the interests that must be considered? 150 Words each