Explain the deterrence and the theory behind it

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: This theory seeks to deter crime by rehabilitating the convicted person. It also hopes to serve as an
example to others inclined to commit crime.

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This doctrine used to establish intent, states that one who intentionally uses a deadly weapon to kill another human being and thereby kills him/her, presumably intended to kill him/her

a. transferred intent doctrine b. deadly weapon doctrine c. express malice doctrine d. malevolent action doctrine

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Which of the following is considered a phase of the cycle of violence?

a. Tension building phase b. Explosion or acute battering phase c. Calm respite or "honey moon" phase d. None of the above e. All of the above

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Powers of the grand jury include:

a. Compelling the production of evidence. b. Compelling testimony from grand jury targets. c. Determining guilt or innocence d. All of the above.

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Nobody before E. H. Sutherland had recognized that the rich and the affluent commit serious crimes in connection with their business activity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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