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Reducing Federal Judicial Sentencing and Prosecuting Disparities: A Systemwide Approach Needed

GGD-78-112 Published: Mar 19, 1979. Publicly Released: Mar 19, 1979.
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Despite considerable attention, differences in the treatment of offenders continue to be a problem throughout the Federal criminal justice system. Although some differences in treatment are necessary, other disparities create doubt about the fairness of the system. The most obvious occur at the time of prosecution and sentencing of defendants who have similar backgrounds and are accused of similar offenses.

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