Which of the following situations did not contribute to the rapid increase in the number of imprisoned offenders after the 1970s?
A) Conservative beliefs regarding how to deal with crime
B) Political inaction
C) The War on Drugs
D) The "baby-boom"
B
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Which of the following is NOT a basic goal of homeland security according to the National Strategy for Homeland Security?
A) Respond to and recover from incidents that occur B) Capture terrorists before they can attack the United States C) Continue to strengthen the foundation of Homeland Security to ensure long term success D) Protect the American people, critical infrastructure, and key resources
During the 1960s and 1970s Gallup surveys showed respondents felt the police were doing an excellent job in maintaining social order and suppressing crime
a. true b. false
In Mapp v. Ohio (1961), the Court applied which of the following to states?
a. the right of self-incrimination b. the exclusionary rule c. the right to assistance of counsel d. the right to a speedy trial