CLEAN : 'This is over': wife of drug king 'El Chapo' sentenced to three years in prison

CLEAN : 'This is over': wife of drug king 'El Chapo' sentenced to three years in prison

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Business, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the decision-making process regarding a prison sentence, emphasizing the Bureau of Prisons' authority. It explains the sentence reduction based on government and judicial discretion, highlighting the role of guidelines in determining the sentence. The role of parole is also discussed, with a focus on the individual's minor involvement in a larger conspiracy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for deciding the release of a prisoner?

The Bureau of Prisons

The Judge

The Government

Viacom

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final sentence given to the prisoner?

48 months

36 months

24 months

18 months

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the judge consider when deciding the sentence?

Media coverage

The prisoner's family situation

The court's wisdom

Public opinion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the prisoner's role according to the guidelines?

A major conspirator

A government informant

A minor participant

An independent actor

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the sentencing guidelines considered low?

Due to a lack of evidence

Due to the prisoner's major role

Because of a plea deal

Because of the prisoner's minor role