Cja 314: Policy Recommendations

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Policy Recommendation Name CJA/314 Due Date Instructor Policy Recommendation The legislature is responsible for passing all the bills that regulate the laws. These laws dictate how the courts rule on crime convictions. Currently, there is a bill in process of voting which, if passed, will make the maximum sentence for those convicted of armed robbery double its current length. I have been asked as an advisor to consult my opinions on the bill. It is necessary to understand the objectives of the bill, the goals of the bill, and the possible solutions for the bill to comprehend my views on the matter. Objectives The objectives of this bill is to double the maximum sentence of all criminals to double its current length. The intention…show more content…
If it is passed, it is important to understand what the outcome may look like. Based on this, my opinions on the matter do not support the popular vote. I have taken the time to dissect the bill and carefully consider each possible outcome should this bill be passed. I made a list of positive possibilities as well as negative possibilities. Based on my assessment, I have concluded that there are more negative aspects to the bill passing rather than positive ones. First, I will discuss to you the positive outcomes I see should the bill be passed. If the punishment for committing armed robbery were doubly harsh, there is a strong likelihood that it will deter criminals from committing such crimes. In turn this would lower crime rates relatively around the country. Lower crime rates is another possible positive outcome. There would be more opportunity available for employment if the bill is passed as there would be a demand within the facilities to manage the increased number of inmates. There would be a decreased cost for tax payers for rehabilitation programs. And finally, the most impactful positive outcome would be the justice brought to the victims of armed robbery. All of these possible outcome would benefit the public
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