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Is there any evidence that the sentences are longer after controlling for variables such as (1) differences in previous convictions which increase sentence dura
by hnracer 6y ago
Is there any evidence that the sentences are longer after controlling for variables such as (1) differences in previous convictions which increase sentence duration, (2) severity of the crime?
If this evidence is provided, I am happy to agree with you that there is systematic racism in the justice system.
- dhosek 6y agoYes. There is abundant evidence of this.
- hnracer 6y agoLink?
- dhosek 6y agoI found this with literally 30 seconds of googling. https://www.ussc.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/research-and-publications/research-publications/2017/20171114_Demographics.pdf https://www.ussc.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/research-and-pu... Don't be willfully ignorant and don't expect other people to do your homework.
- dhosek 6y agoAlso, here's a lengthy summary of a wide variety of instances of racial bias in the justice system from policing to sentencing and so forth with links to primary sources. https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/opinions/systemic-racism-police-evidence-criminal-justice-system/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/opinions/system... Again, don't be willfully ignorant and don't expect other people to do your homework for you.