Control theories argue that noncriminal individuals have developed a _______ that requires them to obey the laws of society
a. commitment to conformity b. tie to society
c. dedication to norms d. fear of criminal punishment
a
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Objections during criminal trials further the adversarial system and are based on procedural law. Discuss the three areas substantive objections may be raised
What will be an ideal response?
Absent or deviant parents and inconsistent discipline have been linked to persistent violent offending.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
When people drink alcohol, the alcohol is absorbed into their bloodstream and is then gradually metabolized in their liver, which may be measured to determine their ‘blood alcohol’ level. This may be used as an indirect measure to validate self-reports about alcohol consumption during a certain period of time. This is an example of __________ validity
A) Criterion B) Construct C) Content D) Face
During the 1990s, the crime rates across the country:
a. went up in aggregate b. went down at an unprecedented rate c. remained constant d. went up for some crimes and down for others