Case 2-2
Governor Smith is concerned with the crime rates in his state. He calls a special session of his cabinet and also contacts a few of the state senators to initiate a special session of Congress. Governor Smith wants to specifically address his states sentencing strategies. NARREND:
-Governor Smith is particularly concerned with the fact that offenders are sentenced to a specific amount of time in prison but are being released well before their sentence expires. He wants to enact a law that requires offenders in his state to serve a substantial portion of their sentences. He is hopeful that these new laws will reduce the discrepancy between the sentence imposed and the actual time served in prison. These laws are known as:

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Truth in sentencing laws require that offenders serve a substantial portion of their sentence, usually at least 85%, before being eligible for release. This would align with Governor Smith's concern about offenders being released early and his goal of reducing the discrepancy between the sentence imposed and actual time served in prison. Mandatory minimum sentencing laws require a specific minimum sentence for certain offenses, regardless of the circumstances or individual's background, and may not address Governor Smith's specific concern. Capital sentencing laws pertain to the use of the death penalty and may not be relevant to Governor Smith's focus on reducing crime rates. Three strike laws require mandatory life sentences for individuals who commit three serious crimes, which also may not address Governor Smith's specific concern.

Case 2-2 Governor Smith Is Concerned with the Crime Rates in His