Describe judicial discretion at the sentencing phase

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Consider Steffensmeier, Ulmer, and Karmer's (1998) focal concerns perspective involving judicial discretion. Discuss the research, findings, and some of the factors influencing decisions to file charges or not, in a particular cases. And briefly describe judicial discretion at the sentencing phase.

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