An elderly female victim asks your guidance. The victim had been sexually assaulted by her son and she is ashamed to report this crime. How would you advise her?

What will be an ideal response?


There is no correct answer. A rational plan should be presented to handle this matter. Also, consider the need for professional advice before taking any action. The limitations and issues involved in each course of action should be mentioned.

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Information about diversion is sketchy because:

A) very few jurisdictions have diversion programs. B) little interest exists for studying this phenomenon. C) access to records relating to diversion is restricted. D) None of the above

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The right to be present at one’s trial is based on which two Amendments?

a. Fourth and Sixth b. Sixth and Eighth c. First and Fourth d. Sixth and Seventh

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Jordan Snow has served 15 years of a 25-year sentence for first-degree rape. He was 20 when he was originally sentenced. Jordan had a previous charge of larceny, which the judge had to include during the rape sentencing. Jordan has always stated that he is innocent and one day he would prove it. Because the judge was forced to use Jordan's previous record in his sentence, Jordan was most likely sentenced using: a. consecutive sentencing.b. sentencing guidelines.c. mandatory sentencing.d. indeterminate sentencing.e. secure sentencing.

What will be an ideal response?

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Every police department's pursuit policy has generally fallen into one of three models Judgmental, Restrictive and Encouragement

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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