When seeking to avoid the defenses that the other party was the aggressor or that mutual combat occurred, police and prosecutors are likely to charge

a. disorderly conduct
b. lesser assault
c. public intoxication
d. misdemeanor assault


a

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The federal, state, and local governments spend less than $7 million yearly on criminal justice expenses (law enforcement, courts, corrections) related to illegal drugs

a. True b. False

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The most common type of postconviction relief is __________.

A. habeas corpus B. mandamus C. de novo D. emeritus

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______________ is a body of legislation that deals with the exchange of goods between cities or nations

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding corrections as a career opportunity?

A) Correctional jobs are interesting and can be an enjoyable career where there is rarely a boring day. B) Correctional agencies have frequent layoffs and therefore the jobs are not very stable. C) Correctional jobs can be difficult to perform, and not every person who is interested in corrections is suited for such work. D) Correctional jobs pay better than most people believe, and the benefits are often good.

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