An order from a court, issued by a judge, authorizing and directing the police to search a particular place for certain property described and bring it to the court is called a(n) ___________.

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


Answer: search warrant

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a. being too expensive b. not being effective in controlling crime c. putting public safety at risk d. intruding too much into the realm of privacy

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What distinguished London’s Metropolitan Police from earlier efforts at law enforcement?

A. It was the first organized force in England. B. It was the first official force in England. C. It was fee-based. D. It organized the city around family groupings that assumed responsibility for the acts of their members.

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Which statement below correctly states Fourth Amendment court policies regarding the use of GPS tracking devices attached to vehicles?

A. Such devices may be attached to vehicles in public parking areas since there is no expectation of privacy in public places. B. Because GPS devices are a substitute for ordinary visual surveillance, they can be used without a court order. C. A warrant should be obtained for prolonged surveillance through smart phones or other devices with GPS capabilities. D. There are no current court rulings on the use of GPS tracking devices.

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Patriarchy has been and continues to be supported by capitalists

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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