Parole in the United States is the practice of ______.

a. releasing convicted criminals from prison prior to the completion of their full sentence
b. releasing convicted criminals from prison after the completion of their full sentence
c. allowing individuals to serve the totality of their sentence in the community
d. revising the sentences of convicted criminals during their incarceration in prison


a. releasing convicted criminals from prison prior to the completion of their full sentence

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Which of the following is true of a mala prohibita crime?

A. It is generally the same from country to country and culture to culture. B. It goes against the natural, moral, and public principles of a society. C. It is a crime that is considered inherently wrong. D. It is considered wrong only because it has been forbidden by law.

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In 2016, there were over ______ juveniles arrested for various crimes.

A. 620,000 B. 965,000 C. 999,000 D. 1,000,000

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Which type of Federal Bureau of Prison facility handles the highest number of inmates?

a. home confinement b. jail/short-term detention c. community correctional centers d. BOP-operated prisons

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Mere speech cannot constitute an actus reus.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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