By using racially charged language, Jacob verbally provokes Cedric into engaging in a fist fight. When Cedric throws the first punch, Jacob draws a knife and stabs Cedric. Cedric dies

Jacob subsequently claims he was merely acting in self-defense but he has actually committed the form of criminal homicide known as ________.


Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


manslaughter

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__________ states now permit the release of court records to interested parties

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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If the early release rate of the previous cohort was 60%, what is the early release rate of change?

What will be an ideal response?

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You witnessed an attempted murder. As a witness, you are brought to the police station, shown a series of photographs, and asked to pick out the offender from this array. This is an example of

A. a lineup. B. a show-up. C. an identity parade. D. photographic testimony.

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Which of the following statements regarding tabloid approaches to the media is most accurate?

a. Tabloid reporting allows for accurate reporting of terrorist incidents. b. Tabloid reporting has no relevance for reporting terrorist incidents. c. Tabloid reporting sensationalizes terrorist incidents. d. Tabloid reporting creates an open news cycle.

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