Which type of murder refers to a killing that occurs when a person's acts are negligent and without regard for the harm they may cause others?
A) ?nonnegligent manslaughter
B) ?negligent manslaughter
C) ?first-degree murder
D) ?second-degree murder
B
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Which of the following crimes were the most slaves convicted of in Colonial America?
A. thefts B. crimes against masters C. crimes against morality D. crimes of violence not resulting in death
Which of the following statements is true about foster homes?
A. Unlike group homes, foster homes are closed, secure, community-based facilities excluded from both halfway-in and halfway-out programs. B. Although foster homes are rarely used by juvenile courts in any jurisdiction, there are many sound evaluations of their effectiveness. C. Foster homes are somewhat larger and frequently less family-like than group homes. D. The effectiveness of many foster home placements is inhibited by problems such as frequent movement of youths from home to home.
________ is a philosophical position that suggests that individuals are driven into delinquent or criminal behavior by biological or psychological traits that are beyond their control
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is not true about the distinction between civil and criminal law?
A. A purpose of civil law is to compensate individuals for injuries caused by others. B. A purpose of criminal law is to deter future misconduct. C. A purpose of civil law is to punish individuals for misconduct. D. A purpose of criminal law is to punish individuals for misconduct.