Describe at least two reasons why the U.S. is having a difficult time securing our borders.

What will be an ideal response?


a. There are numerous places to cross our northern and southern borders at any time. Our border with
Canada is about 5,000 miles long and our border with Mexico is about 2,000 miles long and extremely porous.
b. Lack of human resources and technology geared toward border surveillance

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Conceptually defined as a "return to crime" or "repeated criminal behavior."

a. boot camps b. recidivism c. shock incarceration d. rehabilitation

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Which of the following is not a form of homicide?

A. negligent homicide B. excusable homicide C. justifiable homicide D. criminal homicide

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Throughout the United States, police are characterized by a. consolidation and a local orientation

b. fragmentation and a national orientation. c. consolidation and a national orientation. d. fragmentation and a local orientation.

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The right to a speedy trial is guaranteed by the ________ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution

A) Fourth B) Fifth C) Sixth D) Eighth

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