Article
Racial Disparity Under Sentencing Guidelines: A Survey of Recent Research and Emerging Perspectives
Sociology Compass
(2013)
Abstract
Recent concerns over racial disparities in sentencing have led to dramatic reform in criminal sentencing, including the widespread promulgation of sentencing guidelines that are designed to constrain judicial discretion and create greater fairness, transparency, and equality in punishment. Although there is broad consensus that guidelines have increased uniformity in sentencing, contemporary research continues to identify important racial and ethnic disparities in criminal punishment. This essay reviews recent empirical research on racial and ethnic disparities under guidelines, highlighting recent advancements in the field and identifying important directions for future research.
Disciplines
Publication Date
July, 2013
DOI
10.1111/soc4.12046
Citation Information
Brian D. Johnson and Jacqueline G. Lee. "Racial Disparity Under Sentencing Guidelines: A Survey of Recent Research and Emerging Perspectives" Sociology Compass Vol. 7 Iss. 7 (2013) p. 503 - 514 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jacqueline-lee/2/