This report presents tables which summarize the provisions included in the determinate sentencing laws of the 13 States which have adopted such laws. The States are Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.
What are the problems with determinate sentences? People in favor of determinate sentences argue the consistency of determinate sentences is a more fair application of the law. However, determinate sentences are attributed to more people being sent to prison for longer prison sentences, which has led to overcrowding in prisons and other negative consequences.
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