When a person physically assaults his spouse or member of a household, a magistrate can issue a/an ______ to prevent further violence.

a. injunction
b. protective order
c. peace bond
d. writ of habeas corpus


Answer: b. protective order

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If individuals indicate that they do NOT want to talk or want to see an attorney, questioning ________.

A. is okay unless the individual leaves B. should be recorded C. may continue until the attorney arrives D. must immediately stop

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The Sixth Amendment declares that any defense attorney representing a criminal client must be:

A) the best attorney money can buy. B) the most influential attorney. C) the most competent attorney. D) None of the above.

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a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 12

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