The defense of ________ claims that the defendant was compelled to commit the crime because of an unlawful threat

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


duress

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a. sense of freedom b. sense of protection c. use of public services d. a greater voice in the decisions that affect them

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According to the author, of all the prison programs available for inmates, __________ is the most important.

a. drug and alcohol treatment b. education c. health care d. food service

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Which of the following is NOT classified a weapon of mass destruction?

A. Biological weapons B. Nuclear weapons C. Drones as weapons D. Chemical weapons

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Bob steals a TV. Bob is sent to prison as an example to others so that they will not steal TVs. The goal of Bob's punishment is ________

A) truth in sentencing B) specific deterrence C) general deterrence D) restorative justice

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