What is a chain of custody, and why is it important?
What will be an ideal response?
Students must define the chain of custody as the record of individuals who maintained control over the physical evidence from the time of collection to its introduction in court. They should then explain that it is important to maintain the chain of custody because it ensures the security and value of the evidence.
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In a clear case of jury nullification, how may a judge respond to correct it?
A) Declare a mistrial and order a new trial B) Hold the jury in contempt C) Order the jury to redeliberate D) The judge can do nothing
A third model proposes that moral panics start at a ______ or middle level of society.
a. micro b. macro c. meso d. none of these
Researchers have found that curfew laws along with aggressive curfew and truancy enforcement, appeared to reduce ________
a. Violent gang crimes b. Shoplifting c. Truancy d. Prostitution
The political philosopher most important to the Founding Fathers was John Locke
Indicate whether the statement is true or false