When given the same information on a case involving a 22-year-old Aboriginal man charged with common assault, one judge orders probation whereas another judge orders a term of imprisonment for two years less a day. Which of the following best describes this scenario?

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Sentencing disparity refers to the situation where different judges give different sentences for the same or similar offenses under similar circumstances, highlighting inconsistency in the judicial process.

When Given the Same Information on a Case Involving a 22-Year-Old