Which of the following is not one of the arguments against partisan judicial elections?
a. that nominees are selected based on political grounds instead of merit
b. that voters have a tendency to be swayed by nonjudicial qualifications
c. that many qualified candidates seek office because they get to run a political campaign
d. that having to seek reelection deters many qualified candidates
c. that many qualified candidates seek office because they get to run a political campaign
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What does the principle of legality require of the government?
A. notice that conduct is illegal before the conduct occurs B. notice of the right to appeal after conviction C. notice of the taking of property D. None of the answers is correct.
In states with determinate sentencing, the prisoner's sentence is determined by:
A. the legislature. B. the judge. C. the jury. D. corrections officials.
Shelby grew up quickly. As a baby, she was quick to walk and talk. As a teenager, she was quick to date, to drink, and to experiment with drugs. She was found skipping class and smoking marijuana by the school resource officer. Shelby's parents have been divorced since she was six, when her dad went to prison for grand theft auto. When her mom is around, which isn't that often, they sometimes get high together. After Shelby was taken into custody, but before determining what would happen next, the police and a social worker took a detailed history of Shelby's home and school life. As Shelby's home life leaves much to be desired, and this is her first offense, what disposition will likely help Shelby the most?
A. Probation B. Placement with relatives C. Drug treatment D. Reform school
______ policing is associated with production as measured in arrests and tickets written.
a. Legalistic b. Watchman c. Service d. Executive