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Criminal Justice

Overview

According to Chapter 5, the Rule of Lenity says that laws/statutes that are unclear, are open to interpretation, so long as it is interpreted in favor of the defendant/accused.

Please answer the following:

Do you believe laws should be up for interpretation under the Rule of Lenity? Why or why not?

Do you believe the interpretation of laws under the Rule of Lenity impacts justice for victims? Why or why not?