What is the primary purpose of a victim impact statement?

As a general rule, attorneys have _____ peremptory challenges.

(1) Explain how prosecutorial discretion shapes outcomes in the criminal justice system. Specifically, identify and describe at least three major areas where prosecutors exercise control and discuss how these powers have historically contributed to mass incarceration. (2) Based on our reading, 21 Principles for the 21st Century Prosecutor, identify some of the reforms (at least 3) that have been proposed to reduce this influence and incarceration rates. (3) Discuss some (at least 2) of the critiques of these reform initiatives.Full sentences required for credit (no bullet points or lists). Points given for writing quality.

Under Strickland v. Washington (1984), which of the following must be shown to establish ineffective assistance of counsel?

Aspects of the courtroom, such as plea bargains and its “assembly line” nature, are necessary in most cases to avoid becoming swamped by the large number of cases before them.

The right to a jury trial applies when:

Which of the following is not one of the primary roles of a criminal defense attorney in the adversarial system?

The Sixth Amendment’s guarantee of a trial by jury has been interpreted to require unanimous verdicts in criminal prosecutions.

What principle did the Supreme Court establish in Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)?

The right to the assistance of counsel for the accused is found ______.