The general rule observed by the courts is that juveniles can waive their rights to protection against self-incrimination, but that the validity of this waiver is determined by the circumstances of each case; this is called the __________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


totality of the circumstances

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One of the most important reasons that the United States has not ratified this CRC treaty is because, during the time of its creation, the United States allowed the ______ for juveniles whose crime was committed prior to their 18th birthday.

A. death penalty B. life imprisonment C. parole D. deinstitutionalization

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The Eyewitness Identification Guidelines from the U.S. Department of Justice apply to

a. lineups. b. interrogations. c. custody. d. booking.

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The Supreme Court has never added additional warnings to the original Miranda warnings

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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__________ in 10 drug users work full time.

A. One B. Three C. Seven D. Five

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