Martin's family believes that Johnny should be held responsible for this crime. They request monetary damages to compensate for the wrong that has been committed. What type of law covers this request?
a. administrative law
b. case law
c. civil law
d. criminal law
c
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended tactic when responding to a prowler call?
A) While approaching the scene, observe all the people in the area. B) Ascertain whether anyone is already involved in the search and if anyone at the scene is armed. C) Use plenty of light, and conduct a through and systematic search. D) Avoid disturbing the residents. E) Wear a headlamp so both hands are free to carry a shotgun.
The offense of injuring the character or reputation of another by oral or written communication of false statements is
a. defamation b. libel c. slander d. stalking
Professional shoplifters who steal with the intention of reselling stolen merchandise are known as _______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following was not one of the justifications for the hands-off policy by the courts?
a. the belief that prisoners did not have rights b. the belief that the U.S. Congress was responsible for prisoner rights c. the belief that the separation of powers among the three branches of government prevented them frominterfering in the operations of any executive agency d. the belief that because they were not penologists, their intervention in the internal administration of prisonscould disrupt discipline