Assignment Task: Written Response to two Study Questions below:
(Question 1) Should these people get the same sentence? Why or why not? (Don't focus on what the law is, or how they'd be charged, focus on what punishment you think they deserve.)
Zoraida is an asset manager who figures out a way to withdraw small amounts from her clients' accounts, disguise the amounts as fees or commissions, and transfer the funds to her offshore bank account. Over 2 years, she steals $500,000.
Roger is a thief who breaks into empty vacation and weekend homes and steals jewelry, art work, and electronics, and then sells them. Over 2 years, he steals property worth $500,000.
(Question 2) Explore another country's criminal justice system, discuss whether there are disparities in that country's system, perhaps based on race, religion, economic status, etc., and whether the recommendations or suggestions in the readings would help alleviate those disparities.