Which term is Latin for "I will not contest it" and is used as a criminal defendant's plea, in which he or she chooses not to challenge, or contest, the charges brought by the government?
a. habeas corpus
b. noll
c. nolle prosequi
d. nolo contendere
d
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nation's welfare, providing national security and protecting the public interest. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Criminologists agree that quantitative research is a means of inquiry superior to qualitative methods. 2. The majority of crimes committed in the United States are not "index offenses." 3. The "dark figure of crime" refers specifically to the body of organized crime syndicates that operate in the United States. 4. Triangulation involves the use of multiple methods to measure a given phenomenon. 5. Participant observation is the best method for obtaining quantitative data regarding crime.
Men and women use similar techniques when carrying out street robberies
a. True b. False
Using funding in a justifiable, ethical, and prudent way is referred to as ______.
a. disclosure of findings b. a conflict of interest c. a complete and fair assessment d. fiscal responsibility