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Sentencing myths

Sentencing Myths True or False? Fewer people are getting sent to prison today than ten years ago. X False 2 © Young Citizens

X False Sentences are getting more lenient. True or False? Sentencing Myths True or False? Sentences are getting more lenient. X False 3 © Young Citizens

Sentencing Myths True or False? A life sentence means someone spends the rest of their life in prison. X False 4 © Young Citizens

True Victims are considered when a convicted criminal is sentenced. Sentencing Myths True or False? Victims are considered when a convicted criminal is sentenced. True 5 © Young Citizens

X False True or False? Judges are out of touch with reality. Sentencing Myths True or False? Judges are out of touch with reality. X False 6 © Young Citizens

Sentencing Myths True or False? Offenders can get their sentences reduced if they plead not guilty. True 7 © Young Citizens

Sentencing Myths True or False? Criminals who are not sent to jail simply walk out of court free. X False 8 © Young Citizens

Sentencing Myths True or False? The length of a sentence reflects the seriousness of the crime. True 9 © Young Citizens

X False True or False? All convicted criminals are sent to jail. Sentencing Myths True or False? All convicted criminals are sent to jail. X False 10 © Young Citizens

X False True or False? You always get let off your first offence. Sentencing Myths True or False? You always get let off your first offence. X False 11 © Young Citizens

Sentencing Myths True or False? People under 18 get treated differently to adults by the courts. True 12 © Young Citizens

Q: Do you think that all convicted criminals Sentencing Myths Extension Questions Q: Do you think that all convicted criminals should be given a prison sentence? What are the pros and cons of this? Q: Do you think it is right that offenders can get up to a third off their sentence if they admit their guilt? Explain your reasons. 13 © Young Citizens