Racial Disparity in Sentencing
/ˈreɪʃəl dɪˈspærɪti ɪn ˈsɛntənsɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The unequal treatment or outcomes experienced by individuals in sentencing, disproportionately affecting certain racial or ethnic groups.
Studies reveal a significant racial disparity in sentencing, with minority defendants often receiving harsher penalties.
Forms
- racial disparity in sentencing
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Commentary
The term underscores systemic issues in criminal justice; precise usage often requires empirical data and contextual analysis.
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