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Sentencing

Court's determination of the type and severity of punishment within statutory limits, considering crime gravity, motive, criminal history, remorse, and victim compensation.

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刑訴法381条・刑法各条

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Q. What does Sentencing mean?

Court's determination of the type and severity of punishment within statutory limits, considering crime gravity, motive, criminal history, remorse, and victim compensation.

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Lay Judge SystemSuspended SentenceIndictment / Prosecution

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