Discretion Flashcards
1
Q
Decide if situation is ‘criminal’ and use..
A
Most appropriate means of ‘solving’ etc.
2
Q
Means to
A
Interpret law
3
Q
Problem with discretion:
A
How to monitor?
Accountability?
Protections of due process?
4
Q
Most situations are vague, largely ‘outside’ the law - officers therefore have to use
A
Discretion
