Why should an officer pause before answering any questions on the witness stand?

What will be an ideal response?


The pause gives the officer time to think logically about the response and, additionally, it provides the prosecuting attorney with an opportunity to object if the question is not proper.

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All crimes except absolute liability crimes require at least a _________ intent

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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It has even been speculated that delinquency is simply a natural by-product of ______ in developed countries.

A. modernization B. urbanization C. communism D. broken families

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Islamic extremism is one example of motives for terrorism

a. political b. religious c. social system d. policy e. economic

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The classification of inmates and assignment to various prison programs is always tailored to serve the needs of the individual inmate

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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