CPCT Criminal Justice Policy

Question 1

Which political philosophy most strongly emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment in criminal justice?

Accepted Answer

Libertarian-left

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Authoritarian-right

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Libertarian-right

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Authoritarian-left

Question 2

What is the primary argument against mandatory minimum sentencing from a libertarian perspective?

Accepted Answer

It removes judicial discretion and leads to disproportionate sentences

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It is too expensive to enforce nationally

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It does not apply to violent crimes

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It requires unanimous jury verdicts

Question 3

The 'broken windows' theory of policing holds that:

Accepted Answer

Cracking down on minor disorders prevents more serious crime

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Prisons should focus on mental health treatment

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Communities should self-police without state intervention

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Drug offenses should be decriminalized

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'restorative justice'?

Accepted Answer

A process focused on repairing harm through cooperation among offender, victim, and community

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Harsher sentencing to deter future crimes

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Privatizing prison management to reduce costs

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Expanding police surveillance in high-crime areas

Question 5

From an authoritarian-right perspective, what is the primary purpose of incarceration?

Accepted Answer

Punishment and deterrence to maintain social order

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Rehabilitation and reintegration into society

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Reducing government spending on corrections

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Decriminalizing non-violent offenses

Question 6

What does 'recidivism' measure in criminal justice policy?

Accepted Answer

The rate at which released offenders reoffend or return to prison

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The number of new crimes committed by first-time offenders

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The cost of housing inmates per year

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The ratio of convictions to arrests

Question 7

Bail reform advocates generally argue that cash bail systems:

Accepted Answer

Disproportionately punish low-income defendants who cannot afford pretrial release

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Are too lenient on violent offenders

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Should be expanded to include more minor offenses

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Reduce judicial corruption in the courts