Question 1:
You will answer the questions below based on the actions displayed in this video below.
This video is disturbing and may be uncomfortable to watch. To access it click on the following link: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs seen on video assaulting Cassie Ventura in 2016Links to an external site.
For this assignment, pretend as if charges were actually filed against Diddy in 2016 as a result of the acts he committed against Cassie. Hypothetically, he was convicted in a court of law in 2020 of aggravated battery. The 12-member jury unanimously found him guilty of aggravated battery and now it is time for you the judge to sentence him.
Please answer the questions below based solely on the acts in the video and the conviction for aggravated battery. You are not to add any additional facts to the case.
What type of sentencing model would you use to sentence Diddy?
What actual sentence would you impose on Diddy (type and length of sentence)?
What are the “goals of sentencing” that are associated with your selected sentence for Diddy?
Do not use current sentencing strategies to determine your sentence. You are to discuss what you think is the appropriate sentence for the crime of aggravated battery, not what is already in place in some jurisdictions. I do not want you researching what sentences states impose for the crime of aggravated battery. You are also not allowed to overturn his conviction as this assignment is to assess your thoughts about sentencing, not comment on whether he is guilty or not. Remember, a hypothetical jury already found him guilty.
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Question 2:
Chapter 3 discusses diversion programs. The purpose of diversion in both the juvenile and adult systems is to prevent further involvement with the formal justice process and instead enroll them in community-based treatment programs prior to a court appearance. Many jurisdictions have set up problem-solving/specialty courts. Do some independent research and locate a “problem solving” or “specialty court” in the United States. Answer the following questions in paragraph format:
What is the name of the court and where is it located?
What crime/social problem does this program attempt to solve?
Who is eligible to participate in this program?
What is required of the individuals who participate in this program?
Is the program successful? Explain with research and support.
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Question 3:
Watch the entire video on the boot camp in Miami-Dade County. After watching the video, answer the questions below in paragraph format:
When did this boot camp open? Why is it the last boot camp remaining in Florida?
What happens to the participants who do not successfully complete this boot camp?
After watching the video and doing some independent research, do you support the continued use of boot camps for youthful offenders in Florida? Explain your position using research and data that is not included in the video. I do not want you citing the data provided inside the video. What do others say about the effectiveness of boot camps?
Remember your post must be at least 300 words