In our lecture, we discussed the Department of Justice Manual, Section 9-28.000s list of factors influencing the governments decision whether or not to criminally prosecute a corporation. Respond to the following prompt: In your opinion, identify 3 factors which you believe to be the most relevant. Justify your reasoning.

• The strength of the case against the corporation;
• The extent and history of misconduct;
• The existence of a compliance program;
• The corporations cooperation with the investigation;
• The collateral consequences;
• Whether the corporation has made restitution or taken other remedial measures; and
• The alternatives to federal prosecution.