Which state in the United States was the first to open a private prison?

a. New York c. California
b. Texas d. Florida


B
In 1989, Texas became the first state to open a private prison in the United States.

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a. others ought to behave b. others think we ought to behave c. we think others ought to behave d. we ought to behave

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Which term describes when mens rea and actus reus are both present?

A. causation B. concurrence C. action D. fault

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Although only a small number of youth offenders are violent, the public perception remains and pressures juvenile offenders to be punished by being waived to adult criminal court

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In Demore v. Kim, the Supreme Court ruled that mandatory detention for criminal aliens pending removal proceedings always violates due process

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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