When a jury fails to generate a unanimous decision, the dilemma is known as
A. a mistrial.
B. a hung jury.
C. charging the jury.
D. jury nullification.
B. a hung jury.
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Burglary, theft, and fraud are all
a. crimes against a person b. public disorder crimes c. property crimes d. public nuisance crimes
Most police agencies forbid the firing of warning shots
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Approximately what percentage of criminal convictions are obtained through plea bargaining?
A. 60% B. 70% C. 80% D. 90%
Late one night Brett hears a car alarm sounding outside his home. He peers out the window and sees two young men attempting to break into his pick-up truck. He grabs his shotgun and steps outside. Brett shouts at the two individuals
They immediately turn and run away. Brett decides to fire the shotgun over their heads as a warning. Unfortunately, one of the shotgun pellets strikes Freddie, who is only 16 years old. Freddie suffers permanent brain damage. A police investigation determines that the two would-be thieves never gained entry to the truck's cab. Under these facts, Brett was legally justified in using deadly force against Freddie. Indicate whether the statement is true or false