A proliferation of mens rea convictions would likely be the result of
A. police militarization.
B. overcriminalization.
C. increased fine and fee practices.
D. mental illness crimes.
Answer: B
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A. 5 percent B. about 15 percent C. 3 percent D. nearly 10 percent E. about 1 percent
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A. the Supreme Court overturned the state's right to regulate commerce. B. it was clear that the states would be unable to help. C. President Roosevelt lost the election. D. the states refused to do anything. E. the federal government switched parties.
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A) Congress under the Constitution. B) state law. C) prudential decree. D) state legislatures. E) presidential proclamation.
One of the most important powers of committee chairs is the ability to
A. schedule legislation for floor consideration. B. control the flow of debate on the floor. C. pass a bill into law with a simple committee vote. D. cast the first vote on all legislation. E. decide which bills will be put up for a vote by the entire chamber.