Which of the following theories looks at genetic characteristics to explain offending?

a. biological
b. psychological
c. classical
d. sociological


a. biological

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Which of the following is not one of the principles characterizing the consensus perspective?

a. A belief in the existence of core values b. A belief that law violators are representative of society as a whole c. The idea that laws reflect the collective will of society d. The assumption that the law serves all people equally

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There are currently no in-class programs, online formats, or television programs to heighten judges' sensitivity to ethical issues

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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After the American Revolution, federal prisoners were housed in state institutions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is not a key aspect of the centralized model of state policing?

A. State police maintain a centralized criminal records repository B. Assist local law enforcement in criminal investigations when asked. C. Agencies handle traffic enforcement on state highways, while others serve state-level law enforcement functions. D. State police provide select training for municipal and county officers.

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