Mental health charity Mind is launching a new guide for police officers in England and Wales, providing practical advice on how they can work better with people who have mental health problems...
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Defendant’s gender affects length of sentence
A study of 300 simulated court cases shows that experienced judges, lay assessors, prosecutors, police officers, and lawyers make decisions and convict defendants differently depending on whether they are men or women and what the defendant looks like. Eyewitnesses to crimes are also affected by these factors. This is especially pronounced if there is an extended period of time separating the cri
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