Mandatory Minimum Sentencing laws cause a number of issues in our criminal justice system, including mass incarceration, excessive prison time and increased racial disparities in sentencing. By eliminating these laws, we would be inspiring the rehabilitation of criminals, because a more appropriate sentence might leave them with hope for the future. Additionally, I think we should establish maximum sentences for certain crimes, to avoid judges abusing their power.
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