Sentencing laws in the United States ______.

A. are uniform throughout the states
B. vary widely between states
C. are imposed by the federal government
D. have remained unchanged since World War II


B. vary widely between states

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Which of the following terms best describes a system that notifies a Public Safety Answering Point (PASP) if a privately owned and appropriately equipped vehicle is involved in a traffic accident?

A) Automatic Collision Locator (ACL) Technology B) Automatic Collision Notification (CAN) Technology C) Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) Technology D) Automatic Accident Locator (AAL) Technology

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_________ conspiracies occur when a criminal endeavor depends on the participation of each member of the criminal organization

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which theory is best associated with Public Order offenses?

a. Developmental/Life course b. Labeling c. Social disorganization d. Strain

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Counter terrorism measures include all but which of the following?

a. arms and explosives controls b. diplomatic measures c. genocide d. public awareness

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