1. Sentencing Decisions
Chapter Sixteen

2. Courtroom Workgroup in Sentencing
Probation officer:
Prosecutor:
Defense attorney:
Judge:

3. Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports

4. Classification of Defendants
Low-risk
High-risk

5. Sentencing Decisions
Factors considered:

6. Discrimination and Sentencing
Discrimination refers to illegitimate influences on the sentencing process.

7. Sentencing Issues

8. More Sentencing Issues
Truth in Sentencing Laws:
San Diego County v. Romero:
Ewing v. California:

9. Increasing Severity of Penalties

10. Negative Side Effects