An example of a prosecutorial ethical situation discussed in the chapter is when they decide to ______.
a. seek the death penalty in the case instead of life imprisonment
b. seek the maximum penalty under three-strikes legislation
c. withhold evidence from the defense
d. put a witness on the stand they know is lying
Ans: B
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What will be an ideal response?
Social ________ theory links crime rates to neighborhood ecological characteristics, such as being transient, mixed-use, and socially fraying.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
An organization called the Weathermen formed in opposition to the Vietnam War. The group was comprised mostly of student activists with high morals who wished to put a stop to the war and racist practices in the United States. As time went on and the war persisted they became increasingly violent. At a point they completed a series of bombings at various government buildings in an effort to make their voices heard. They took steps to ensure no one was hurt in their acts of defiance. If the members of the group were to be prosecuted for a crime, which of the following would be most appropriate?
a. international terrorism b. disorderly conduct c. espionage d. domestic terrorism
According to DiIulio, in the absence of order, amenities, and services, inmates will
a. become physically ill. b. become mentally ill. c. become dependant on staff. d. become more difficult to control.