Explain the theory–policy connection as it relates to positivism.

What will be an ideal response?


Shift from “why is there crime in society?” to “why is this individual a criminal?”; positivism encouraged rehabilitation and reformation; psychological emphasized counseling and improving the lot of potential criminals; paradigm shift from punishment to rehabilitation.

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Identify the three ways that drugs are believed to contribute to violence.

What will be an ideal response?

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Carter's appointees as compared to Reagan's were more likely to have:

A) more years at the bar. B) professional experience. C) a legal education. D) All of the above.

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A large portion of auto thieves steal cars to use in other crimes, such as robberies and thefts

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What defense justifies the commission of a lesser crime to avoid the threat of harm from a greater evil?

a. castle defense b. choice of evils c. consent d. self-defense

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