Many scholars argue that probation will continue to be the sentence of choice in both felony and misdemeanor cases because it:
a. controls for recidivism better than other intermediate sanctions
b. holds the promise of great financial savings.
c. best fulfills the promise of rehabilitation.
d. is justified in the ladder of punishment as a just desert sanction based on the severity of the criminal act.
b
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_______________ always involves a child, preteen, or teenager who is involved in using the Internet, interactive and digital technologies or mobile phones to torment, threaten, harass, humiliate, embarrass, or otherwise target another minor
a. Cyberstalking b. Cyberbullying c. Cyber harassment d. Unlawful use of a computerized communication device
______ pertains to various situations in which officers circumvent the law to serve what they perceive to be the greater good.
a. Noble cause corruption b. Excessive use of force c. A shakedown d. A kickback
About 8% of prisoners under a sentence of death have prior homicide convictions; if these criminals had been executed for the first offense, no further victims would have suffered
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to Skogan, which of the following physical disorders is extremely disruptive to a community?
a. street harassment b. drugs and violence c. vandalism d. noisy neighbors