To qualify for federal funds under truth-in-sentencing laws, states must require persons convicted of a violent felony crime to serve not less than ____ percent of the prison sentence.

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Truth-in-sentencing laws require individuals convicted of violent felony crimes to serve a significant portion of their prison sentence before being eligible for release. Specifically, to qualify for federal funds, states must require these individuals to serve not less than 85% of their prison sentence. Therefore, choice D, 85%, is the correct answer.

To Qualify for Federal Funds Under Truth-In-Sentencing Laws, States Must