Can they do that? / Melba Pearson, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Pearson, Melba V., editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Prosecution--United States--Decision making.

Prosecution.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (306 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Chicago, Illinois : American Bar Association, [2020]

Summary:

This book, edited by Melba Pearson, explores the complexities of prosecutorial discretion within the criminal justice system. It provides insights into the challenges and issues faced by prosecutors, such as the balance of power, political influences, and the impact on victims and defendants. The book features a combination of theoretical perspectives and real-world experiences, offering a comprehensive view of how discretion is applied and its consequences. It aims to educate both legal professionals and the general public, emphasizing the importance of understanding prosecutorial roles and advocating for reforms. Pearson shares her personal journey and observations from her career as a prosecutor, highlighting the nuanced decisions and ethical considerations involved in the pursuit of justice. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Preface

Introduction

Part I The 30,000-Foot View

1 Understanding Prosecutorial Discretion: A 360-Degree View from 30,000 Feet Above

2 Unfettered, Unchecked, Unopposed: The Need for Accountability and Limits

3 A Prosecutor’s Daily Dilemma

Part II Voices from the Front Lines

4 Removing the White Hats: Reducing the Power of Prosecutors in the Courthouse and the Statehouse

5 Youthful Indiscretion: The Structural Challenge of Inexperienced Prosecutors

6 Prosecutorial Discretion in an Age of Political Activism and Technology

Part III Voices for Change

7 The State Doesn’t Bleed: How Unlimited Prosecutorial Discretion Disempowers Victims

8 Prosecutorial Discretion and Death Penalty

9 An Argument Against Unlimited Prosecutorial Discretion: Equal Justice for Children

10 The Imperial Prosecutor: Increasing Prosecutorial Power Accompanies Criminal Justice Reforms

Conclusion

About the Authors

Index

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Notes:

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

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ISBN:

1-64105-597-9

OCLC:

1430657745