The _____ against self-incrimination is seen as crucial to our adversarial and accusatorial system of justice
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
privilege
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Discuss what pension fund fraud is. Why do you think this crime is especially heinous? Who are the victims of pension fund fraud?
What will be an ideal response?
A stop based on reasonable suspicion under Terry v. Ohio is considered a seizure under the Fourth Amendment
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements concerning the role of a prosecutor is false?
A) A prosecutor has considerable discretion in the criminal justice system. B) A prosecutor is influenced by other actors in the criminal justice system. C) A prosecutor has independent authority to decide how to handle each case. D) A prosecutor has limited influence in the early stages of the criminal justice process. E) A prosecutor may be heavily involved in local politics.
Which of the following statements about gangs in the 1950s and 1960s is false?
a. The threat of gangs and gang violence swept the public consciousness. b. By the mid-1960s, the gang menace seemed to have peaked. c. In the 1960s, some gangs shifted their emphasis from criminal behavior to get involved in social or political activities. d. The decrease in gang menace was partially due to many gang members being drafted into the army.