Hirschfield and Simon (2010) contend that the media stereotypically construct police into various types. Which type "welcomes and is ready to use deadly force against dangerous criminals"?

a. Professional
b. Vigilante
c. Oppressor
d. Pessimist


b. Vigilante

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Robbery detectives who investigate robberies falls under which concept?

a. relatively identifiable boundary b. consciously coordinated c. social entity d. jurisdictional borders

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CSI is a program that attempts to guarantee the security cargo at the originating country

a. True b. False

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The exclusionary rule remains controversial, but the nature of the debate has changed

Initially, critics called for complete abolition of the rule; now, they suggest modifications. Courts have not been able to formulate a replacement for the rule. Should the exclusionary rule be abolished outright? Modified? Kept in its present form? Explain your answer. What will be an ideal response

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