Concept information
Preferred term
sentencing disparities
Definition
- Broadly defined, sentencing disparities are inequalities in sentences received by offenders that are based on factors other than the offense. These disparities can occur in a number of ways and they can result in both lenient and severe punishments. [Source: Encyclopedia of Criminal Justice Ethics; Sentencing Disparities]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/sentencing_disparities
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