Which degree of murder involves acts in which the offender intended to take someone’s life, but there are mitigating circumstances that might excuse or minimize the actions of the offender?

a. first-degree
b. second-degree
c. voluntary manslaughter
d. involuntary manslaughter


c. voluntary manslaughter

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Which of the following would NOT be considered a status offense?

a. Running away from home b. Curfew violation c. Shoplifting d. Truancy

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Criminology is an academic discipline that uses scientific methods to study the nature, extent, cause, and control of criminal behavior.

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

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Plea bargains end the trial process in approximately ______ of all cases, including serious felonies

a. 10% c. 50% b. 30% d. 90%

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The entire criminal justice system is based on the concept of discretion

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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