If a shopper in a store is falsely accused of shoplifting in public but no criminal charges were brought, it may give rise to a civil suit alleging
a. slander
b. libel
c. false detention
d. malicious prosecution
a
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A civilian (not a sworn law enforcement officer) is subject to civil liability for false arrest if the civilian arrests another person with probable cause to believe a crime has been committed and the person committed it, but was mistaken
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Targets of the ALF and ELF include which of the following?
a. Banks and other symbols of “capitalist exploitation.” b. Wealthy members of the “ruling class.” c. Laboratories, facilities where animals are kept, vehicles, and construction. d. Both “a” and “b”.
Which type of substance is fast acting, either immediately suffocating the victim or causing massive burning?
A. psychological weapons B. explosive weapons C. biological weapons D. chemical weapons
In 2010 women accounted for approximately _____ percent of all arrests.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).