A decision of the U.S. Supreme Court that is based on an interpretation of a provision of the U.S. Constitution is binding on:
a. all lower federal courts only.
b. state courts only.
c. both state courts and lower federal courts.
d. all other U.S. courts, but only for the next twenty years.
c
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Alex, lives in a neighborhood known for its high crime rate. Much of the crime is attributed to gangs vying for control of turf to sell drugs. Even though Alex has proven to be a good student and understands that education can be valuable, he recognizes that he can earn more money quickly by selling drugs. Merton's anomie theory would argue that Alex's mode of adaptation is _____.
a. conformity b. innovation c. retreatism d. ritualism
U.S. Magistrates in the federal system are empowered to do all of the following, except:
a. hold bail hearings. b. try felony cases. c. issue warrants. d. hold pretrial hearings.
Explain cognitive behavioral therapy and the effectiveness of the program. What are your views on this treatment? Do you agree with the claim that it addresses such areas as mood disorders and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? What type of youth-adjudicated delinquent would be the ideal candidate for this type of treatment? Provide a rationale for your views
What will be an ideal response?
What term is used to describe a jury that cannot reach a decision, thereby leaving the case unresolved?
a case a. a mistrial jury b. hung jury c. petit jury d. grand jury.