A law requiring registration of sexual offenders is often referred to as ______

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Which of the following statements regarding petty offenses or petty misdemeanors is most accurate?

a. These types of offenses are generally limited to fines or loss of driving privileges. b. These types of offenses require that the accused must have committed an unlawful act. c. Jail term for these types of offenses are usually limited to 12 months or less. d. These types of driving violations are usually enforceable on private as well as public roadways.

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The right to counsel may be waived only if the waiver is made

A. by a defendant and at least two witnesses known to the defendant. B. knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily. C. within 14 days after charges are filed. D. by a defendant's attorney.

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Because formal law enforcement frequently did not exist on the American frontier, ________ were often the only law available to early settlers

A) night watches B) shire reeves C) thief takers D) vigilantes

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Shelby was charged and convicted by a jury in a federal court for violation of federal gun laws. Which of the following is true? a. The Incorporation Doctrine means that the federal government must follow state laws and the conviction should be overturned. b. Shelby can appeal her conviction based on the fundamental fairness clause of the Fourth Amendment. c. Since Shelby never admitted to

the crime, she cannot be tried a second time. d. The prohibition against double jeopardy applies only to the same crime and the same jurisdiction.

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