Jurisdiction is the power of a court to try a case. What determines a court's jurisdiction over a case?

What will be an ideal response?


A court's jurisdiction over a case is determined by the law that created the court and
defined its powers.

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Crime scene coordination includes interviewing witnesses, conducting and documenting the neighborhood canvass, and a field interrogation of the suspect if he/she is in custody.

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

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A mental disabilities/suicide prevention plan shall provide procedures for intake screening to identify inmates who are mentally disabled and/or _______________________.

a) displaying suicidal actions b) making suicidal comments c) potentially suicidal d) are suicidal

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The phenomenon of __________ involves the use of computer, cell phones, and other electronic devices by youth to mistreat and harm their peers.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Since September 11, 2001, the shift towards homeland security has gained support from traditional law enforcement agencies.

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

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