The _____ report is typically prepared by probation officers, and presents a convicted offender's background and is used by the judge in selecting an appropriate sentence.

A. sentencing
B. incarceration
C. presentence
D. death sentence
E. probation


Answer: C

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Under the English common law system decisions made by judges created ___________

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Work releases are very competitive programs. You are in charge of determining who gets to enter into a work release program, and have to decide how the applications are processed. Should the application process be blind? If so, how can you assure the right people will get into the program? If not, what factors do you think should be weighed more heavily when deciding who receives work release?

What will be an ideal response?

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

1.An important element of the growth in the school-to-prison pipeline is zero-tolerance policies. 2.The majority of youth who enter the juvenile system are referred by teachers and school administrators. 3.Juvenile proceedings are completely confidential. 4.Victim’s rights do not apply to those victimized by juveniles. 5.Juvenile statutes include language requiring parents of the delinquent to pay restitution to the victim.

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Drugs, such as barbiturates and benzodiazepines that relieve anxiety and produce sleep are called _______________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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