In the 1970s, public opinion about preventive detention began to change, leading to the following:

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In the 1970s, there was a shift in public opinion towards preventive detention which led to courtroom work groups beginning to lock up allegedly dangerous offenders. This was a departure from previous practices of releasing most offenders on bail. Options A, B, and D are not accurate reflections of the changes in public opinion towards preventive detention during this time period.

In the 1970s, Public Opinion About Preventive Detention Began to Change