physical shock
Shock caused by agitation of the physical senses, as from a sudden violent blow, impact, collision, or concussion.
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shock probation
Probation that is granted after a brief stay in jail or prison. • Shock probation is intended to awaken the defendant to the reality of confinement for failure to abide by the conditions of probation. This type of probation is discretionary with the sentencing judge and is usu. granted within 180 days of the original
shock incarceration
Incarceration in a military-type setting, usu. for three to six months, during which the offender is subjected to strict discipline, physical exercise, and hard labor. See 18 USCA § 4046. • After successfully completing the program, the offender is usu. placed on probation. See BOOT CAMP. Cf. shock probation under PROBATION.
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mental shock
Shock caused by agitation of the mental senses and resulting in extreme grief or joy, as by witnessing the horrific death of a family member or winning the lottery. Cf. EMOTIONAL DISTRESS.
shock
shock, n. A profound and sudden disturbance of the physical or mental senses; a sudden and violent physical or mental impression depressing the body’s vital forces, as by a sudden injury or medical procedure. mental shock. Shock caused by agitation of the mental senses and resulting in extreme grief or joy, as by witnessing the
shock the conscience
shock the conscience. To cause intense ethical or humanitarian discomfort. • This phrase is used as an equitable standard for gauging whether (1) state action amounts to a violation of a person’s substantive-due-process rights, (2) a jury’s award is excessive, (3) a fine or jail term is disproportionate to the crime, or (4) a contract
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