Public Attitudes Flashcards
1
Q
what part of CJS is most trusted by the public?
A
courts
> police is more visible to the public
2
Q
why does the public have a poor understanding of CJS?
A
> Information is not easily available
News reports do not focus on the individualization of the court process (hard to understand)
the system is very complex
3
Q
what are some popular public attitudes on CJS?
A
> sentences are too lenient
crime is on the rise
stranger danger
