The term habeas corpus refers to a challenge of the legality of confinement and is a _____ term that means “you have the body.”

a. English
b. Latin
c. French
d. Russian


b. Latin

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following children are most likely to become criminals?

A. Those who pass their coursework B. Those who feel connected and nurtured C. Those who have a strong bond to the educational experience D. Those who do poorly in school

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As of 2005 there were ______ state and federal prisons in the United States.

a. 789 b. 1,133 c. 1,406 d. 1,821

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________ cases are often a source of frustration and futility for police officers, making them reluctant to respond

A) ?Domestic violence B) ?Drug C) ?Kidnapping D) ?Murder E) ?Robbery

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