A 25-year old Black male defendant is accused of rape. He has been convicted twice before for aggravated assault. If you are a judge, which factor can you consider when sentencing this defendant?

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The judge can consider the nature of the crime (rape) and the defendant's previous criminal history (aggravated assault convictions) when determining the sentence. Factors such as gender, age, and race are not legally permissible considerations for sentencing decisions.

A 25-Year Old Black Male Defendant Is Accused of Rape