Chapter
Increased Arrests and Charges with No Increase in Prosecutors
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The increase in arrests and charges for offenses, even those that already include the use of a weapon, did not correspond to an increase in the number of prosecutors. Mandatory prison time for the use of a gun is usually one to three years, even if the use of a gun is already included in the definition of the charge.
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Despite a surge in arrests and charges, the number of prosecutors has not increased accordingly.
11:09 - 15:02 (03:53)
Criminal Justice
Summary
Despite a surge in arrests and charges, the number of prosecutors has not increased accordingly. Mandatory prison time for using a gun is typically one to three years, even though the use of a gun is often included in the charge already, leading to longer sentences for individuals who are convicted of multiple crimes.