Generally, _____ laws stipulate that the defense cannot introduce evidence about the accuser's past sexual conduct unless the woman has previously been convicted of prostitution, has had consensual sex before with the defendant, or has an obvious incentive to lie

a. rape shield
b. statutory rape
c. sexual battery
d. victim advocacy


A

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A. hetaerae B. pornae C. auletrides D. madame

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Rural communities have become increasingly dependent on the corrections industry to provide jobs and to support local business.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The punishment philosophy that holds that criminal offenders are morally blameworthy and deserving of punishment is called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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According to the text, community policing will require a change in

a. mission statement. b. departmental organization. c. the general approach to "fighting crime.". d. All of the above

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