MINOR INFRACTIONS INSTITUTIONAL TRUST AND CULPABILITY FOR MEXICAN AMERICAN DETAINEES

OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints) 2026 Preprint

Authors: Cynthia Willis Esqueda
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Abstract

This project examines the effects of institutional trust on culpability assignment for Mexican Americans who have committed a minor offense, with mediation from legal bias against minorities.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Criminal Justice and Corrections Analysis Policing Practices and Perceptions Criminal Justice and Penology

Publication details

Journal / source
OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)
Publication date
2 February 2026
Document type
Preprint