Intermediate sanctions are a viable solution to prison overcrowding. Who are the most likely candidates for intermediate sanctions?
a. first-time felony offenders with no prior criminal history
b. offenders with a low risk of recidivating or who pose little threat to society
c. mentally ill offenders who would not benefit from incapacitation
d. nonviolent juvenile offenders
b
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A. Slander B. Invasion of privacy C. Infliction of emotional distress D. Malicious prosecution
Which of the following is not suggested by research as a major factor influencing the decisions made by a prosecutor regarding plea bargains?
a. Strength of evidence b. Seriousness of the offense c. Defendant’s criminal record d. Defendant’s family status
A police officer is investigating a burglary and is using fingerprint powder and a fingerprint brush at the point of entry to locate possible fingerprints. What kind of fingerprints is the officer looking for?
A. Visible B. Plastic C. Latent D. Loops
Prostitution is illegal in most jurisdictions in the U. S. From a criminologist's perspective, prostitution is considered a ____ crime.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).