A competency hearing in which a person is declared "mentally ill," or a trial where someone in found to be a "rapist," are forms of __________, according to Harold Garfinkle.

A. successful demonizing rituals
B. successful shame rituals
C. successful stigmatizing ceremonies
D. successful degradation ceremonies


Answer: D

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A. Actus reus B. Mala in se C. Mens rea D. Stare decisis

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Describe the differences of law on the books vs. law in action in regard to the court process.

What will be an ideal response?

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An early theory of explaining criminal behavior is that certain people are _________________, that is, they are born criminal.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The majority of time a patrol officer spends at work is spent

a. on preventive patrol. b. answering calls for service. c. filling out paperwork. d. issuing traffic citations.

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