Which of the following factors is not a legitimate consideration in setting the length of a prison term?
a. The severity of the offense
b. Whether the offender used a weapon
c. Whether the crime was committed for money
d. The offender's age
d
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Which of the following helps ensure a reliable lineup?
a. At least five people appear in the lineup. b. All persons in the lineup have the same physical characteristics. c. The suspect should be permitted to choose his or her place in line. d. All of the above
The first real probation system was developed in the ______ by ______ in Boston, MA.
A. 1790s; John Augustus B. 1820s; John Locke C. 1840s; John Augustus D. 1870s; John Locke
Which landmark court case required that alleged juvenile delinquents had the right to hearings in which formal procedures were followed?
a. In re Winship b. In re Gault c. McKeiver vs Pennsylvania d. Kent vs United States
What is the title given to the state's chief legal officer?
A. lead attorney B. state attorney C. district attorney D. attorney general