The rationale for the _____ requirement is to prevent a person from being guilty of an offense based on evil thoughts or intent alone

a. mens rea
b. fusion
c. actus reus
d. substantial step


C

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Risk assessment suggests that clinicians and researchers are more proficient at assessing the ________ that a given individual will engage in harmful behavior than they are at outrightly predicting that someone is dangerous or will be violent

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following statements is NOT considered to be a myth regarding school violence?

a. The epidemic of violent behavior of the early 1990s is over, and young people are much safer today. b. Most future offenders can be identified in early childhood. c. African American and Hispanic youths are more likely than other ethnic groups to get involved in violence. d. Getting tough with juvenile offenders by trying them in adult criminal courts does not reduce the likelihood that they will commit more crimes.

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According to the peacemaking philosophy, the foundation of most criminology today is a war on crime. Briefly describe what this philosophy means by “war-like” criminology.

What will be an ideal response?

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In 1996, the __________ made the theft of trade secrets a federal crime

a. Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act. b. USA Patriot Act. c. Electronic Communications Privacy Act. d. Economic Espionage Act.

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