What term is used to describe the use of computer software to identify geographic "hot spots" where a majority of predatory crimes are concentrated?

A. Crime mapping
B. Combined DNA Index System (CODIS)
C. Data mining
D. Systems analysis


Answer: A

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a. Offense not seen as serious b. Fear of reprisal c. Dislike of police d. No insurance

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What is a characteristic of the Category B Police Leader?

A) task-driven, fast, and critical B) time waster, busy work C) confronts noncritical crisis D) relationship building, team building E) deadline-driven projects

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Parolees participating in reentry court are more likely to have their parole revoked and be returned to prison

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The effectiveness of corrections is usually measured by

a. crime rates b. rates of recidivism c. probation rates d. uniform crime rates

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