What is a Deterrence?

What will be an ideal response?


A goal of criminal sentencing that seeks to inhibit criminal behavior through the fear of punishment.

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Which of the following propositions best summarizes how the concept of neocolonialism is used as a justification for international political violence?

a. Jewish interests and civilians represent Western imposition of the state of Israel on Arab and Muslim land, and are therefore legitimate targets. b. Facilities and employees of multinational corporations represent Western economic exploitation, and are therefore legitimate targets. c. Ethnic and racial minorities represent the imposition of Western principles of equality, and are therefore legitimate targets. d. Foreign interests and civilians represent vestiges of Western empire building, and are therefore legitimate targets.

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Explain what factors influence a judge's decision of whether or not to grant bail and how and why these factors are considered.

What will be an ideal response?

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A researcher may face legal liability when

a. they observe crime occurring during the course of their study but decide not to report it to the police b. they become a participant in the criminal activity they are observing c. they have knowledge that research subjects have committed illegal acts d. all of the above

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__________ in decision-making are specific to each decision

a. Goals b. Power c. Order d. Statutes

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