Gresham Sykes and David Matza call "techniques of substantiation" mechanisms that allow offenders to annul any potential guilt or internal conflict stemming from conduct on their part that breaks the law.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

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In the context of Walter Reckless's containment theory, identify the elements that ensure inner containment or personal control.

What will be an ideal response?

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______ crimes are less likely to be reported than are violent crimes.

A. White-collar B. Financial C. Property D. Victimless

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Corrupt local officials are often prosecuted by their peers.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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In Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969), the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a state law prohibiting "criminal syndicalism."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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