The Mafia mystique was popularized in important congressional hearings beginning in the 1950s
a. True
b. False
Answer: a
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Which of the following is true of white collar sentencing practices?
a. There is little variation in the sentences imposed on different types of white collar offenders b. Judges have been especially tough on those who commit a violation of a public trust c. When fines are imposed on white collar crime defendants, they are typically very substantial d. Orders to pay restitution are the norm in white collar crime cases
Which of the following historical legal systems most strongly influenced American criminal law?
A) English Common Law B) Code of Hammurabi C) Ten Commandments D) German Civil Code
Which U.S. Supreme Court era is known for being a benchmark in civil liberties and civil rights?
A. Warren Court B. Rehnquist Court C. Burger Court D. Roberts Court
What did the court rule in the 1970 case of In re Winship?
A) The constitutional privilege against self-incrimination is as applicable in the case of juveniles as it is with respect to adults. B) Juveniles are entitled to proof beyond a reasonable doubt during the adjudication proceedings. C) The press may report juvenile court proceedings under certain circumstances. D) Juveniles are not entitled to the right of jury trials.