Explain how the increased exposure of criminal justice in the media is a "double-edged sword."
What will be an ideal response?
On the positive side, increase exposure of criminal justice in the medial creates increased awareness of both criminal justice and forensics. There is also increased scrutiny of law enforcement, which is a safeguard against abuse. On the negative side, the increased exposure in the media can create increased levels of fear of crime, unrealistic pressures on law enforcement to resolve cases, and knee-jerk policy reactions.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
You are a judge in a small Nebraska town. There is an opioid epidemic, and many of the dealers are minors. You need to come up with a consistent, clear plan for probation. Should probation of the juvenile offenders in your district be handled differently from that of adults? Contextualize your opinion using historical examples from your text.
What will be an ideal response?
An aggressor employing non-deadly force must clearly abandon the struggle and ______ in order to gain the right to self-defense.
a. stand his or her ground b. withdraw c. retreat to the wall d. reach a settlement
Material evidence does not have to be relevant to be admitted.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)