Abstract

Are Judicial Systems Sexist Regarding Teacher Sex Offense Sentencing Guidelines?
Track: Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Authors: Tony Graham

This study analyzes male and female teacher sex offense cases and the sentencing guidelines. Data was gathered and compiled on female teacher sex offense cases and male teacher sex offense cases. From the data it was determined what was and was not of relevance (factors of relevance are shown on the map). Data suggests that females tend to receive a lesser sentence than males in cases where it is of the same stature (and in others where it may be worse). Results seem to indicate that it indeed looks as though the judicial system is sexist regarding teacher sex offense sentencing guidelines. Results tend to show a pattern that males are likely to get extensive jail time while females receive lesser sentences and fines.