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Brittany Friedman1, Alexes Harris2, Beth M Huebner3
1sociology at the University of Southern California, United States.
The Russell Sage Foundation Journal of the Social Sciences : RSF
|June 21, 2023
Summary
Monetary sanctions in the U.S. criminal legal system significantly impact inequality. This research examines their application and effects, offering recommendations for improved justice and reduced harm from unpaid fines.
Area of Science:
- Socio-legal studies
- Criminal justice research
- Public policy analysis
Background:
- Monetary sanctions are a pervasive element of the American criminal legal system.
- Existing research highlights concerns regarding their fairness and contribution to systemic inequality.
- Variability in state laws and practices necessitates a closer examination of their impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the laws and practices surrounding monetary sanctions in the U.S. criminal legal system.
- To investigate how these sanctions exacerbate inequality and affect access to justice.
- To propose recommendations for reforming monetary sanction policies and practices.
Main Methods:
- Review of emerging research on monetary sanctions.
- Analysis of legal frameworks and practical implementation across different states.
- Examination of the differential effects of monetary sanctions on various populations.
Main Results:
- Common practices in levying monetary sanctions undermine individual rights.
- Unpaid monetary sanctions significantly fuel inequality within the legal system.
- State-level variations in law and practice reveal opportunities for reform.
Conclusions:
- Reforming monetary sanction policies is crucial for enhancing justice and equality.
- Specific recommendations are provided to mitigate the harmful effects of these sanctions.
- Further research is needed to fully understand and address the complexities of monetary sanctions.
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