Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Actions that are prohibited by federal and state governments because they are deemed to be harmful to society are referred to as crimes.
2. Shoplifting is classified as felony crime.
3. Most criminal cases are heard by federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.
4. It is not possible for an individual to be prosecuted for violating both state and federal laws.
5. When the country was founded, the majority of the crimes were prosecuted in the state and local courts.


1. True
2. False
3. False
4. False
5. True

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