Chronic offending often starts with ______ offenses, such as truancy, smoking, and underage drinking, but then escalates to more serious offenses, such as burglary, robbery, and assault.

a. major
b. minor
c. both a and b


b. minor

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Independence of the judiciary means that judges are free to decide cases in accordance with the law and cannot be pressured to decide for any other reason than legality

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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School personnel are expected to perform as substitute parents. The Latin term that describes this role is loco parentis which means _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Where did the approaches discussed in this chapter originate? How are they similar and how are they different?

What will be an ideal response?

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Most states place probation services under the state's:

A. prosecutor's control. B. bureaucratic branch. C. legislative branch. D. judicial branch. E. executive branch.

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