Proportionality with reference to criminal sentencing

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Write a 3-4 page paper in which you:

1.Explain what is meant by "proportionality" with reference to criminal sentencing. 2.Identify three (3) groups of persons who cannot be given the death penalty. Provide one (1) example and discuss the reasons for the exclusion. 3.Describe how the Sixth Amendment affects sentencing provisions implementing sentence enhancements against criminal defendants. 4.Discuss the origin of the felony murder rule and what the rule states, and in states that have the rule, what limitations have been imposed. 5.Use a minimum of two (2) information resources for your research, in addition to the textbook.

This paper should adhere to APA standards including the following: Double space, 1" margins, title page, in text citation of references, and a reference page.

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