Questions and Answers
Who created the wedding cake model of justice?
Samuel Walker
Which of the following represents the four layers of the wedding cake model?
What are Celebrity Cases?
Cases involving the wealthy or cases that spark national debate or media focus.
What types of crimes fall under Serious Felony Cases?
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What can be considered Less Serious Felony Cases?
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What behaviors are categorized as Misdemeanors?
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Study Notes
Wedding Cake Model of Justice
- Samuel Walker developed the wedding cake model, illustrating an informal structure in the criminal justice system.
Layers of the Wedding Cake Model
- The model consists of four distinct layers:
- Celebrated Cases
- Serious Felony Cases
- Less Serious Felony Cases
- Misdemeanors
Celebrated Cases
- Involves high-profile individuals or cases, often involving the wealthy.
- Typically feature victims who are less powerful, resulting in significant media attention.
- Spark national debate and public discourse, emphasizing societal issues.
Serious Felony Cases
- Encompasses serious crimes like rape and robbery committed by experienced offenders.
- These cases receive considerable attention within the criminal justice system due to their severity.
Less Serious Felony Cases
- Includes crimes such as minor burglaries or instances where the victim has a prior relationship with the offender.
- May involve gang-related activities without the presence of weapons, reflecting less severe criminal behavior.
Misdemeanors
- Consists of minor offenses such as disorderly conduct, shoplifting, public intoxication, or minor assaults (e.g., bruising).
- Typically result in lesser penalties, often involving less than one year of incarceration.
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Explore the Wedding Cake Model of Justice through these informative flashcards. Learn about Samuel Walker's framework and the different layers of cases that comprise the informal criminal justice system. Ideal for students studying criminal justice or related fields.
