The defense of entrapment is not built on the assertion that had it not been for government instigation, no crime would have occurred

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: FALSE

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Describe the criteria for admissibility of scientific evidence as laid out in Frye v. United States

What will be an ideal response?

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An offer to perform the act, or consent to do so, is sufficient to constitute prostitution

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to the late Professor Inbau, which of the following statements does not illustrate the importance of confessions?

a. Many criminal cases can be solved only through confessions or through information obtained from other individuals b. Police are forced to rely on confessions because jurors place a great deal of importance on a confession in their determination of guilt. c. Suspects often will not admit their guilt unless subjected to lengthy interrogations by the police. d. Successful police questioning requires sophisticated interrogation techniques that may be considered trickery or manipulation in ordinary police interactions with the public.

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Identify an accurate statement about despecializing in policing.

A. Rules and policies that often stifle police creativity and do not encourage problem solving are eliminated. B. Specialized units with neighborhood officers who are more knowledgeable about the problems that face their neighborhoods are established. C. The amount of social and administrative distance between the beat officer and the chief of police is decreased. D. The police place greater responsibility on rank-and-file officers at the neighborhood level to become more responsive to neighborhood residents.

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