The key difference between arson and unlawfully causing a fire is that in arson:

a.   the burning damages property.
b.   the burning injures someone.
c.   the burning is willful and malicious.
d.   the burning must involve accelerants.


Answer: c.   the burning is willful and malicious.

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a. Of federal crimes. b. By amending the U.S. Constitution. c. For the first time under state law. d. Under the 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

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Which of the following is considered far safer for the individuals studied?

a. information b. identity c. confidentiality d. anonymity

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Inmates kept in jail while awaiting transportation to a state or federal prison are known as ________ inmates

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Critics of self-report studies frequently suggest that expecting people to candidly admit illegal acts is unreasonable

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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