When racial disparity in sentencing occurs in some contexts, but not others, it is called:?

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Tabitha Stephenson

11 April, 09:56

When racial disparity in sentencing occurs in some contexts, but not others, it is called:?

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Skylar Cooley · Answer 1

When racial disparity in sentencing occurs in some contexts, but not others, it is called subtle racism or discrimination. The bias is not institutionalized, but rather held by individuals that hold a position in the judiciary making sentencing decisions such as a judge or jury.