Do you think that judges should have discretion about the lowest sentences they can hand down to convicted criminals, or should lawmakers impose mandatory minimum sentences for certain crimes? | Daily Question

Do you think that judges should have discretion about the lowest sentences they can hand down to convicted criminals, or should lawmakers impose mandatory minimum sentences for certain crimes? Published on September 17, 2016 → Survey conducted on September 17, 2016 on 2653 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Judges should have discretion

43%

Lawmakers should set mandatory minimums

33%

Not sure

24%

Judges should have discretion

43%

Lawmakers should set mandatory minimums

33%

Not sure

24%

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