Hester, Rhys
Sentencing without Guidelines
- ISBN 13:
- 9781439923559
- author:
- Hester, Rhys
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Temple University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14 x 1.1 centimetres (0.23
- Genre:
- Nonfiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sentencing Without Guidelines by Rhys Hester explores how South Carolina created meaningful punishment reform despite never passing sentencing guideline legislation. The state's unique approach to sentencing, which included a traveling circuit of judges and informal norms among judges, helped achieve uniformity in sentencing. Hester examines the factors that influence sentences, including prior convictions, race, and geographical differences, to understand why individuals receive specific criminal sentences. He also delves into how legal reform mechanisms can impact punishment goals and policy, shedding light on the benefits and drawbacks of South Carolina's sentencing reform efforts. This book provides valuable insights into the complexities of sentencing and offers lessons that can be applied to other jurisdictions seeking to reform their approaches to punishment.
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