When must the court appoint a counsel to represent the defendant?

A. In all felony cases
B. When defendant is indigent and faces potential punishment of confinement
C. In all criminal cases when defendant is poor
D. In all capital cases


B. When defendant is indigent and faces potential punishment of confinement

Criminal Justice

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Tonry (1998) ______.

a. argues that the targeting of Black drug offenders was unconsciously done b. reported that those who promoted drug policies were not aware that they would disproportionately affect Blacks c. points to the reality of ghetto life that entices young Black males into selling drugs d. found that it was not easy for drug agents to infiltrate disorganized Black urban drug markets

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Crime statistics provide us with demographic factors associated with violence, but the underlying reasons are not included

a. True b. False

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The central components of deterrence as defined by the Classical School of thought includes certainty, celerity and:

a. Severity b. Reducing the number of motivated offenders c. Ensuring a fair and impartial hearing d. Looking at the biological factors as to why individuals offend.

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Bail bondsmen have their offices outside of courtrooms

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Criminal Justice