According to social structure theory, an offender weighs the consequences and benefits of their actions before engaging in criminal behavior
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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a. True b. False
According to your text, why are some jurisdictions turning to private community corrections services?
A. They are more punitive than traditional community corrections B. Private companies can attract higher skilled probation officers C. Budget shortages and larger caseloads have forced officials to seek alternatives D. The research indicates that probationers supervised by private companies are less likely to recidivate
A type of diversion that selects low-risk offenders already sentenced to prison and provides supervision for them in the community is called a(n):
a. probation diversion. b. institutional diversion. c. incarceration diversion. d. specialty diversion. e. lifestyle diversion.
Which of the below statements of fact may a trial court take judicial notice?
A. The defendant has a prior felony conviction. B. The City of New York is located in the State of New York. C. The victim died on a Wednesday night. D. The defendant has made a voluntary confession.