Why are adolescents and preteens often used as lookouts for crack houses or drug couriers?

What will be an ideal response?


Criminals are aware that preteens come under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court and are not subject to adult criminal penalties and thus exploit the juvenile justice system to their
advantage.

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In the 1970s, in response to protests from civil rights groups, police departments began to replace the fleeing felon rule in favor of the __________ rule

a. clear and present danger c. defense of life b. imminent threat d. self defense

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Compare and contrast advisement, disposition, and review hearings. Provide examples

What will be an ideal response?

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Police departments reflect society and, in this way are ________ of the larger society.

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

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The execution of public duty defense is available to law enforcement officers to protect them from being prosecuted for crimes, like assault, when lawfully exercising their authority

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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