What are some of the other alternatives to a life sentence in prison-Are they appropriate given the violent nature of this crime?

Criminal justice capstone Scenario Part 5 Suspect Hopkins is now being sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the robbery. The State’s Attorney has taken into consideration Keith Hopkins’ cooperation in the investigation, as well as his remorse for the victims. In the adversarial system, both sides (prosecution and defense) represent their party’s […]

What are some of the other alternatives to a life sentence in prison-Are they appropriate given the violent nature of this crime?

Part 1 Suspect Hopkins is now being sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the robbery. The State’s Attorney has taken into consideration Keith Hopkins’ cooperation in the investigation, as well as his remorse for the victims. In the adversarial system, both sides (prosecution and defense) represent their party’s positions before an impartial […]