Discuss the impact that 9/11 has had on the investigative function for American policing departments

What will be an ideal response?


Main points –
- Prior to 9/11, terrorism investigations were federal law enforcement issues.
- Local and state law enforcements participate in Joint Terrorism Task Forces
- Local intelligence gathering is part of the investigative function for major police departments

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One way that companies and government agencies can limit the right of privacy employees

expect is by A) Having employees sign an acceptable use policy that states explicitly what rights employees have B) Having employees sign a waiver of their Fourth Amendment rights C) Asking employees to use computer equipment responsibly D) Providing legal counsel for employees who think their privacy rights have been violated

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Interracial sex under slavery was viewed as just a fact of life

a. True b. False

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Research often shows that self-reports underestimate the true levels of drug use. To measure the interitem reliability of self-reported drug use, a researcher should examine the extent to which:

a. Self-reports and hair follicle drug tests provide similar results. b. Two measurements separated by an interval of time are consistent. c. Different questions about drug use provide similar answers. d. Measures of drug use are correlated with other negative behaviors.

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In _______________ cases, prosecutors agree to drop the case before formal judicial proceedings begin, on the condition that suspects participate in and complete a program

a. diversion b. validated c. discretion-laden d. selective

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