Sentencing (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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Who determines the sanction after a person is found guilty of a crime?
Who determines the sanction after a person is found guilty of a crime?
The judge or magistrate
What is a sanction in criminal law?
What is a sanction in criminal law?
A penalty given to someone found guilty
Which Act is the foundation of Victoria's sentencing system?
Which Act is the foundation of Victoria's sentencing system?
Sentencing Act 1991 (Vic)
When was the death penalty formally abolished in Victoria?
When was the death penalty formally abolished in Victoria?
1975
What does the principle of parsimony require?
What does the principle of parsimony require?
Least severe sanction necessary
What is the most severe sanction in Victoria?
What is the most severe sanction in Victoria?
Imprisonment with conviction
What does recidivism mean?
What does recidivism mean?
Reoffending after conviction
What is the least severe sanction in Victoria?
What is the least severe sanction in Victoria?
Dismissal without conviction
At which level of sanctions can penalties be imposed with or without conviction?
At which level of sanctions can penalties be imposed with or without conviction?
Mid-range sanctions
What is the focus of modern sanctions compared to historical ones?
What is the focus of modern sanctions compared to historical ones?
Rehabilitation & addressing causes