Indeterminate and Determinate Sentences

Convicted offenders can receive an indeterminate or determinate sentence of incarceration. Define both indeterminate and determinate sentences in conjunction with a specific crime. Then, explain which type of sentence you think is more effective in deterring future crimes.. Support and justify your opinions with credible sources.

Submit a 3-4 page paper (not including the title and reference pages). Cite 3-5 references in the assignment, at least two of which are peer-reviewed articles. Format your paper according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA Requirements.

Remember, you must support your thinking, opinions, and prior knowledge with references; all facts must be supported. In-text references used throughout the paper must be included in an APA-formatted reference list.