Parens patriae is a doctrine that comes from medieval times that stated the English Crown was able to intervene in family matters if the parents were unable or unwilling to care for the welfare of a child

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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The term sua sponte describes a court's control or power over a specific geographic territory.

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

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______ is a progressive syndrome of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and diminished personal accomplishment.

a. Burnout b. Compassion fatigue c. Vicarious trauma d. Stress

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Which punishment justification states that dangerous, high-risk offenders should be punished more severely than nonviolent, low-risk offenders?

A. retribution B. deterrence C. incapacitation D. rehabilitation

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Fingerprint collection began in 1856 by:

a. Sir Archibald Hershey. b. Sir William Herschel. c. Lady Willamina Herschey. d. Sir Leroy Hersch.

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