Chapter 8

JUDGES

1) Crime control model - justice philosophy based on harsh sentences / deterrence

 2) Due process model - justice philosophy based on rehabilitation

 3) Impeachment - allegations of wrongdoing similar to a grand jury indictment

 4) Judicial independence - judicial independence from scrutiny / sanctions by other branches

 5) Merit selection - form of appointment based on merit (not election)

 6) Missouri Bar Plan - appointment followed by service followed by retention election

 7) Nonpartisan – no political party affiliation

 8) Partisan election - candidate’s party affiliation listed on ballot