Which of the following is an example of the technique of neutralization known as the metaphor of the ledger?
A) An individual claims that she has special privileges that make her behavior acceptable
B) An individual claims that his background of poverty and child abuse causes him to engage in criminal behavior
C) A individual claims that he has been very good recently and is entitled to indulge in misbehavior
D) An individual claims that "everybody does it"
Ans: C) A individual claims that he has been very good recently and is entitled to indulge in misbehavior
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a. Agency surrender b. Agency capture c. Agency engagement d. Agency independence
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a. True b. False
Which crime is most likely to be committed by a juvenile?
a. motor vehicle theft b. aggravated assault c. murder d. liquor law violation
Under common law, what were the five types of legally sufficient provocation that the accused could claim for a successful "heat of passion" defense?
What will be an ideal response?