Justice on Trial
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Provides an overview of the U.S. criminal justice system and its inequities through interviews and discussions with those involved--victims, criminals, prosecutors, and judges. Looks at the realities of the judicial system, a system which is complex, confusing, and somewhat ineffective, creating problems for both the victim and the criminal. Examines the disparities in sentencing, plea bargaining, and attempts to rework the system so that similar punishments are given for similar crimes. Includes excerpts from the play Short Eyes by Miguel Pinero.
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Provides an overview of the U.S. criminal justice system and its inequities through interviews and discussions with those involved--victims, criminals, prosecutors, and judges. Looks at the realities of the judicial system, a system which is complex, confusing, and somewhat ineffective, creating problems for both the victim and the criminal. Examines the disparities in sentencing, plea bargaining, and attempts to rework the system so that similar punishments are given for similar crimes. Includes excerpts from the play Short Eyes by Miguel Pinero., , NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.
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