A state prisoner who seeks review of his or her case under a writ of habeas corpus in federal court can obtain review only if the claim:
a. states that the prisoner is innocent of the crime of which he or she was convicted.
b. is based on an alleged violation of a federal constitutional or statutory right.
c. is a search and seizure claim.
d. is a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel.
b
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Which of the following sanctions is viewed as a favorable punishment for white-collar offenders because it allows them to maintain their employment and is cost-effective.
a. House arrest b. Incarceration c. Capital punishment d. None of the above
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A) sentenced to such institution under criminal statute B) detained in other facilities by virtue of commitment procedures as an alternative to criminal prosecution or incarceration C) detained pending arraignment, trial or sentencing D) All of the above
__________ science cannot settle debates on values
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