In which U.S. Supreme Court case did the Court validate the use of deadly force during a high speed vehicle pursuit where the suspect endangered the lives of police and innocent third parties?
a. Tennessee v. Garner
b. Graham v. O’Connor
c. Scott v. Harris
d. Canton v. Harris
c. Scott v. Harris
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According to the conflict perspective, the fundamental nature of group conflict centers on
a. the accumulation of wealth. b. the exercise of political power. c. socially significant differences. d. individual personal characteristics.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Electrocution is the most common form of execution. 2. The electric chair was originally introduced as a more humane method of execution than hanging. 3. All states currently have the death penalty. 4. On average, there are about 100 executions a year in the United States. 5. The death penalty resumed in 1976 after a brief hiatus.
A proposition that can be tested by researchers or observers to determine if it is valid is a
What will be an ideal response?
A police officer has been called to a domestic abuse complaint. The officer knocks on the door and is invited in by the victim. When talking to the victim, the officer sees marijuana and cocaine on the kitchen table. What may the officer do in this situation?
A) The officer must obtain either a warrant or consent to seize the evidence. B) The officer may seize the evidence because it is in plain view. C) The officer must call the judge and obtain an Anticipatory Search Warrant. D) The officer may seize the drugs because they are contraband but may NOT charge anyone with a crime based on possession of a controlled substance.