In common law for a killing to be considered manslaughter instead of first or second degree murder, the malice aforethought must be lacking because of:
A. Limited mens rea
B. Provocation
C. A reckless disregard for human life
D. Justification
B
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The evidence is admissible as long as it is used against someone other than the homeowner, resident, or invited guest . Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Vollmer advocated the police functioning as:
a. Mediators c. Social workers b. Problem-solvers d. Adversaries
How did the medical model of parole develop? What were its aims, and why did it lose favor?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is not a foundational requirement for a dying declaration?
A. The declarant must be unavailable. B. The statement must concern the cause or circumstances of what the declarant believed to be impending death. C. The declarant must believe that he or she will eventually die. D. The trial must be either a prosecution for homicide or a civil action.