Criminal laws are enacted to define acts that are criminal and proscribe punishments for those who engage in those acts. What is another purpose of criminal law?
A. emulate laws in other countries
B. uphold traditional values
C. establish civil remedies for disagreements
D. maintain order
D. maintain order
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a. stake-outs and drug busts b. domestic violence and other disturbance calls c. traffic offenses d. personal disputes and/or accidents
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a. True b. False
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a. True b. False
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A. A defendant who is sentenced to more than six months in jail or prison is entitled to an attorney whether or not he or she can afford one. B. A defendant who is sentenced to more than 12 months in jail or prison is entitled to an attorney whether or not he or she can afford one. C. A defendant who is sentenced to more than five years in jail or prison is entitled to an attorney whether or not he or she can afford one. D. A defendant who is sentenced to any time in jail or prison is entitled to an attorney whether or not he or she can afford one.