One police practice that offends the public and undermines the trust and legitimacy of police officers is
A. the use of semi-automatic pistols in police raids.
B. the use of undercover cops in monitoring terrorist activities in the country.
C. the requirement of police officers to make a certain number of arrests per year.
D. the employment of a higher number of police officers in urban areas than in rural areas.
Answer: C
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Which of the following is an alternative process that tries to lessen the period between arrest and sentence and between sentence and treatment?
a. Problem-solving courts. b. Evidence-based sentencing. c. Outpatient processing. d. Short-term residential programming.
In addition to substance abuse programs, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offers treatment counseling to sex offenders and inmates designated with mental impairments. Also they have a voluntary program for inmates which is called:
A. Criminal Justice Policy Council B. C.H.A.N.G.E. C. Inner Change Freedom Initiative D. Community Service Coalition E. Aftercare Program
All of the following were identified as common problems faced by ex-offenders upon release EXCEPT ______.
a. they lack basic necessities such as housing, clothing, and food. b. they are eager to re-establish relationships with friends and family members c. they have obligations as part of her release. d. they hardly ever meet with their parole officers
What might a judge do if a jury convicts but the judge believes there is insufficient evidence to support a conviction?
A. enter a directed verdict B. hold the jury in contempt of court C. appeal the conviction D. none of these