Distinguish between a homicide and a suicide.

What will be an ideal response?


Generally the term homicide is defined as a nonaccidental death resulting from grossly negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another person. Suicide is the result of an individual taking his or her own life with lethal intention. For a determination of suicide, it must be demonstrated that the
individual carried out the act alone.

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Wildlife contraband does not include ____

a. ingredients for traditional medicines b. bush meat c. local pests d. live pets

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In 2013, ________ percent of delinquency cases referred to the juvenile courts came from police agencies.

A. 51 B. 94 C. 65 D. 82

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A juvenile who is older and has committed several previous offenses is more likely to be referred to juvenile court

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Who tried to convince officials in the early 1800s that female prisoners should be separated from male prisoners and that female guards should be hired to supervise them?

A) Elizabeth Fry B) Elizabeth Cady Stanton C) Susan B. Anthony D) Jane Addams

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