Differences in how police exercise their discretion and manage people with and without a mental disorder appear to be greatest in relation to which of the following?

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Police discretion and management of individuals with mental disorders versus those without mental disorders differ the most in relation to minor offences. This is because police officers are more likely to exercise discretion in these situations, such as referring individuals with mental disorders to mental health services rather than arresting them for minor offenses. In cases of more serious crimes like homicide or sexual offences, the discretion and treatment may be less impacted by an individual's mental condition and more influenced by the severity of the crime committed. Therefore, options A and B are not the best choices. Option D, robbery, may also be a serious offense but not necessarily one where the individual's mental state plays a significant role in police discretion and management.

Differences in How Police Exercise Their Discretion and Manage People