Question

In a criminal trial, if the accused is found guilty the judge determines the sentence based on _______ that depend on the nature of the offense, the number of prior convictions, and several other factors.

Answer 1

Answer:

Guidelines.

Explanation:

In past years, judges used to follow mandatory sentences, outlined by the Federal Law.

More recently, the mandatory sentences are used more like guidelines, and most criminals do not carry mandatory sentences. Judges decide the sentence based on a number of factors that are already stated in your question.