What type of discretion do judges exercise?

A. deciding whether to stop, search, or arrest an individual
B. filing formal charges
C. setting bail, denying bail, and imposing sentences
D. disciplines incarcerated offenders for violations committed in prison


C. setting bail, denying bail, and imposing sentences

Criminal Justice

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An academic crusade involves the practice of convincing others that one approach to crime control is superior to another

a. True b. False

Criminal Justice

In contrast to criminal law, civil law is concerned with responsibility of a crime rather than determining guilt.

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

Criminal Justice

The Violence Against Women Act was enacted in which year?

A. 1980 B. 1984 C. 1994 D. 1994

Criminal Justice

List the steps in processing a typical felony case. Briefly describe what happens at each step.

What will be an ideal response?

Criminal Justice