Gender Disparity in Pennsylvania Child Abuse and Neglect Sentencing Outcomes

Sentencing studies consistently show that male offenders receive more severe sentences than females. However, theory-based explanations for gender disparities in sentencing, which posit lenience is partially based on caregiver status, may be less relevant for crimes against children. This study leve...

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Main Author: Hanrath, Lily (Author)
Contributors: Font, Sarah
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: [2020]
In: Crime & delinquency
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