The authority of a state to enact and enforce a criminal statute is called________

A) natural law
B) police power
C) judicial power
D) common law


B

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Which of the following, by itself, will automatically render a confession involuntary?

a. Psychological pressures b. Promises of leniency c. Deception d. None of the above

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It is advisable to conduct ________ communication with pro se litigants when at all possible.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Beijing claims that ____________ are attempting to overthrow Chinese rule in the Xinjiang (New Frontier) province and establish an Islamic state

a. Lord's Resistance Army b. International jihadists c. Shining Path d. FLN

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The relationship between the police and various social institutions is one way

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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