Mass murders in which a spouse and one or more children are slain are known as _______________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


familicide

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Stanley is seeking help from a psychiatrist. After multiple sessions, he tells his psychiatrist that he has fantasies about killing a girl. Months later, Stanley actually kills the girl he spoke about during his sessions with the psychiatrist. In addition to the psychiatrist being tried for the girl's murder, the parents of the deceased sue her for damages because she didn't warn the police of the potential threat. In applying the rule of lex talionis, how would the parents obtain closure for their daughter's murder?

A. They would receive a sum of money for their loss. B. The psychiatrist would lose her license and her practice. C. Stanley would be sent to prison for a life sentence. D. Stanley would receive the death penalty for his actions.

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What are the historical roots of the bail system?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a technical violation?

A. Robbing the corner liquor store B. Associating with known criminals C. Failing to meet the curfew specified by the probation agreement D. Failing to meet with the probation officer as specified by the probation conditions

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In the context of shoplifters, which of the following groups represents the majority of shoplifters?

A. Professionals B. Amateurs C. Kleptomaniacs D. Drug addicts

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