{"product_id":"balancing-the-scales-understanding-criminal-sentencing-paperback","title":"Balancing the Scales: Understanding Criminal Sentencing - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eStewart J. D'Alessio\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eLisa Stolzenberg\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBalancing the Scales: Understanding Criminal Sentencing\u003c\/i\u003e offers a clear and engaging introduction to one of the most important yet least understood parts of the justice system. Lisa Stolzenberg and Stewart J. D'Alessio guide readers through the foundations of sentencing, the role of judicial discretion, mandatory minimums, plea bargaining, racial disparities, rehabilitation, and reform, using real-world examples and accessible explanations throughout. Designed for college students, policymakers, and general readers alike, this book breaks down complex legal ideas into an approachable discussion of fairness, punishment, and justice in America. It is an essential resource for anyone seeking to better understand how sentencing decisions shape lives, communities, and the future of criminal justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 122\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.26 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 02, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67597784056082,"sku":"9781936651177","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/2211\/5346\/files\/8J_rgiVWDg9781936651177.webp?v=1791175873","url":"https:\/\/ckbookstore.net\/products\/balancing-the-scales-understanding-criminal-sentencing-paperback","provider":"CK BOOKSTORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}