The principle of recognizing previous decisions as precedents to guide future deliberations is called ________

a. stare decisis
b. corpus delicti
c. actus reus
d. mens rea


a

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Which of the following categories of drivers is not excluded from the general requirement to possess a valid state driver's license?

a. The spouse of a non-resident on active duty with the military who has a valid license from his or her home state. b. A member of the armed forces who has been home from active duty for over six months. c. Children of driving age living with their parents and who have a valid license from their home state but are attending a college located in a state outside of the parent's home state. d. living with a parent who is A newly arrived resident who has a valid license from his or her home state.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1.The most immediate pressure facing burglars after a successful burglary is finding the next target. 2.A fence is a person who regularly buys stolen property and who often has a legitimate business to cover his activities. 3.Uttering is the creation or alteration of documents to give them the appearance of legality and validity. 4.According to a Federal Trade Commission (FTC, 2012) report, for the 12 year in a row, phishing scam complaints topped the list. 5.The Business Software Alliance (BSA) has estimated that the worldwide cost of software piracy in 2004 was US$300,000.

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When government power is increased, the rights of citizens ______.

A. increases B. decreases C. remains the same D. stagnates

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Which best describes antiterrorism?

What will be an ideal response?

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