Criminologists have consistently found that, when compared to youth who do not belong to gangs, gang members are far more involved in delinquency, especially serious and violent delinquency

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: TRUE

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The Massiah case was the first case to hold that right to counsel:

A) attaches prior to trial. B) is not a guaranteed right. C) attaches at first police contact. D) attaches at the moment of police detention.

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For the due process model, which of the following would be the preferred method of punishment for nonviolent offenders?

a. a few years in prison with the possibility of early release and parole b. a few years in prison without the possibility of early release c. a few months in jail d. probation with a rehabilitation program

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The jurisdiction of military commissions applies only to noncitizens

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following terms is used to describe observing one or two characteristics of a person and then developing conclusions about other characteristics of that person?

a. stereotyping b. the halo effect c. projection d. perceptual defense

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