__________ is any evidence that may be favorable to the defendant at trial either by tending to cast doubt on the defendant's guilt or by tending to mitigate the defendant's culpability, thereby potentially reducing the defendant's sentence.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Exculpatory evidence

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Burglars tend to target homes that are:

a. Close to the street so they can easily access the getaway vehicle b. At least two stories so they can toss items from the upstairs to the lawn c. Less visible to possible scrutiny by neighbors and people passing by d. Within just a few miles of where they sell their stolen goods

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2. Discuss how fingerprints on the following surfaces should best be visualized, documented, and preserved

a. Latent fingerprint on a silver-colored butter knife b. Visible fingerprint (black) on the white wall of a house c. Latent fingerprint on a large manila envelope What will be an ideal response?

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Decriminalization means to legalize something that once was prohibited

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following inchoate offenses is considered to be less serious than attempt?

a. Solicitation b. Conspiracy c. both of the above d. none of the above

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