List and discuss the six types of victim advocacy organizations that operate in most communities

What will be an ideal response?


General independent nonprofit groups, focused independent nonprofit groups, self-help groups, private for-profit civil advocates, general government advocates, and focused governmental agencies.

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Mechanical fire-setting devices are used by an arsonist for this reason

a. They accelerate the rate of burn. b. They are capable of starting numerous fires simultaneously. c. They provide a delay in ignition and an opportunity to establish an alibi. d. They retard the fire-fighting response.

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While some argue that whistle-blowing is risky, could lead to retaliation, and should be avoided, there are case studies in which whistle-blowers ______.

a. lost their jobs b. had a positive effect in corrections c. provided inaccurate information, to the organization’s detriment d. resigned before losing their positions

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Individuals find a reason or motivation to become involved in a terrorist action

a. True b. False

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Isolation and rejection of the police from society result in a sense of ________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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