Correlation between the Type of Crime Committed and Sentencing Decisions When the Attractive-Leniency Effect Is Present

Poster Session III - Research Proposal Posters

Keyword: Implicit Bias

Abstract: The physical appearance of defendants can influence court outcomes, with more attractive defendants often receiving more lenient sentences. However, this effect may vary depending on the type of crime. Specifically, I predict that attractive defendants will receive lighter sentences in two out of three crime descriptions.

• Aura Valencia (Presenting Author)