Why are occasional blue-collar criminals more likely to respond to the general deterrent effect of the law than are professional criminals?

What will be an ideal response?


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All of the following are characteristics of cybergangs except

a. use of intimidation to achieve goals b. lack of continuity through leadership changes c. "Moderators" are comparable to "Mafia Captains" d. "Administrators" are comparable to the "Boss of a Mafia Family"

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In 2010, Toyota issued a recall because several models of cars had a problem with unintended acceleration. Without warning, the car would accelerate uncontrollably, which led to the deaths of at least 89 people. If an individual claimed that unintended acceleration caused them to run over and kill several people, they would be using the ______ legal defense.

A. irresistible impulse test B. necessity c. restraint D. duress

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The most frequently charged inchoate offense is __________

a. conspiracy b. attempt c. solicitation d. none of these

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