Rational choice theory of crime asserts that criminals choose to commit crimes based on:

a. The lack of punishment c. Costs and benefits
b. Location d. Lack of witnesses


c

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Comment on and analyze some of the arguments that have been offered in support of both legalization and decriminalization and give your opinions on those arguments. Support your statements with facts and data where appropriate.

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There has been a 300% increase the past 10 years in school-based incidents being referred to

a. teen court. b. district court. c. juvenile courts. d. circuit court.

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At the low end of the risk continuum is "inconvenience," and at the high end which of the following?

a. Directed anger b. Fear c. Frustration d. Retribution

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Under which system of sentencing does the judge sentence the offender to a minimum and a maximum sentence from the sentencing range established by the legislature?

a. Intermediate sentencing b. Determinate sentencing c. Mandatory sentencing d. Sentencing guidelines

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