The United States system of government is based upon which of the following concepts?

A. statutory law
B. civil law
C. federalism
D. precedence


C. federalism

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Police academy training often continues to focus on

a. "crime fighting" behavior P. 60 b. new communication skills c. constitutional rights of suspects d. limiting unnecessary financial costs for police work

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According to Kleinig (1996), When police methods shock the conscience or offend even hardened sensibilities, they are not abiding by:

a. Seemliness b. Proportionality c. Minimization d. Practicability

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Discuss some of the pros and cons of police discretion.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is not a moral or ethical argument in opposition to the death penalty?

a. Innocent people are executed b. The death penalty is imposed in a racially discriminatory manner c. Retribution d. Capital punishment is degrading to human dignity

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