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Currently, prosecutors in both the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems have too much discretion in pressing charges, determining what sentences are sought, and negotiating plea deals. Trial by jury is a key tenant of the American criminal justice system, but heightened prosecutorial power significantly reduces the power and frequency of a trial by peers. Attempts at sentencing reform must address largely unchecked prosecutorial discretion.

Prosecutor Sends Staff to Prison, in a Bid to Counter Their Reflex to Incarcerate

“Her comments flip the typical way opponents of criminal justice reform react to cases of recidivism to argue that people were not treated harshly enough. Instead she suggested that some instances of recidivism should force prosecutors to confront the failures of incarceration. “That hasn’t worked, that person is back. Maybe we need to find another way to address this particular person,” she said.“

The Appeal Political Report

August 14, 2019

ProsecutorsPhillip ReevesAugust 14, 2019The Appeal Political Report, Sarah Fair George, VermontComment

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