For which claimed freedom or right have prisoners been least successful in persuading federal courts to provide protection?
A. Freedom of speech
B. Freedom of religion
C. Right against unreasonable search and seizure
D. Right against cruel and unusual punishment
E. Right to equal protection
Answer: C
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While a bus was at a rest area, drug interdiction officers boarded and examined the luggage located in the rack above the passenger seats. One bag looked particularly new and officers took the bag to another area of the bus station and called the person's name over the intercom system. When the passenger arrived at the back area, he consented to a search of the bag where officers found cocaine. The defendant argued in a motion to suppress the cocaine that officers had illegally "seized" the bag when they removed it from the bus. Is the defendant correct, why or shy not?
What will be an ideal response?
If a person is taken to or kept at a police station without their consent and without an arrest warrant, for the purpose of taking fingerprints, the police must have:
a. probable cause. b. reasonable suspicion. c. proof beyond a reasonable doubt. d. clear and convincing evidence.
Which of the following is not a main principle of classical criminology? a. Criminal behavior is rational
b. People who commit crimes weigh the costs and benefits. c. Fear of punishment keeps most people in check. d. Punishment should be tailored to each individual person.
Aftercare equates to the parole phase of an adult criminal proceeding
Indicate whether the statement is true or false