What effects do you think the use of DNA evidence will have on the justice system in the United States in the long run?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Answers will vary. Students may suggest that as the process becomes cheaper and used more widely, fewer wrongful convictions will result.

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Human smuggling is defined as the procurement of illegal entry of a person into a state of which the latter person is not a national with the objective of making a profit

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Locations with little or no behavioral regulations, lack of control, or monitoring are called ______.

a. crime stoppers b. crime enablers c. crime attractors d. crime generators

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Pre-service certification for law enforcement positions typically includes all but which of the following?

A. Written tests B. Psychological tests C. Sponsorship D. Background checks

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The process of bail is meant to ensure:

a. that a suspect can work with her/his defense attorney. b. that witnesses will cooperate with attorneys. c. that a suspect will appear at trial. d. that victims will testify at trial.

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