Explain why some cases are closed to the public and describe alternatives to closing trials
What will be an ideal response?
Trials may be closed to minimize negative publicity, especially when the trial is for a heinous crime. There is a three-pronged test to determine if closure is necessary.
Alternatives to trial closure include: special voir dire, change of venue, jury sequestration, gag order to the media and trial participation.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The regulator of cognitive arousal is the ______.
a. ID b. ANS c. PCL-R d. RAS
The Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of _____ was intended to prevent unwarranted removal of children from their families by making “reasonable efforts” to keep families together or to unify families in a timely manner if placement could not be avoided.
a. 1970 b. 2000 c. 1980 d. 1990
Separating offenders from the community to reduce the opportunity for further commission of crime is the goal and objective of sentencing known as
a. rehabilitation. b. deterrence. c. incapacitation. d. retribution.