Key evidence in the Beltway Snipers case that ultimately led to the identification of the perpetrators was ______.

a. fingerprints
b. computer database match
c. DNA
d. eyewitness identification


a. fingerprints

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A rape victim describes a rapist to the police and narrows the possible assailants from photographs. A suspect is arrested and presented at a preliminary examination during which counsel is appointed

The victim, present at the preliminary examination, positively identifies the defendant to the police. This identification is inadmissible. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The courts concern themselves with public opinion because:

a. public opinion can influence the media coverage of the court. b. it can influence the pay of the judges. c. the voters determine if a judge is re-elected. d. it has an indirect impact on interest group activity. e. of their potential impact on the policy process.

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The classic liberal professions include all but which of the following?

a. Medicine b. Law c. Engineering d. The ministry

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Contempt of court can only result in a fine and not imprisonment

a. true b. false

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