Extralegal factors that may influence discretion include the offender's race, class, and gender.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


True

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According to findings from Esbensen and colleagues (1999), which of the following was the least important reason that youth reported for joining a gang?

A. because a friend was in a gang B. for safety C. for fun D. for money

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Which of the following is NOT one of the main prisoner reentry issues?

a. Housing b. Gang activity c. Employment d. Substance use

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Suspects have the right to counsel at show-ups as well as photo lineups. 2. The foils in a lineup should be selected on the basis of how similar they look to the investigator who is most familiar with the case. 3. False eyewitness identification is the primary cause of the conviction of innocent people. 4. Statements made by other witnesses can affect a witness's retention of information. This highlights the importance of the police separating witnesses prior to interviewing them.

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Over the past few decades the courts have been reluctant to respond to inmate lawsuits regarding medical care

a. True b. False

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