Describe thee factors that affect how police exercise discretion, using domestic violence as an example.

What will be an ideal response?


Responses will vary

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a. True b. False

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As a result of several recent studies, it has become apparent that females and males have similar pathways to delinquency and there is no need for gender-specific programming

a. True b. False

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_____ assumes that a person commits a crime only after a rational decision-making process.

A. General deterrence B. Specific deterrence C. Just deserts D. Restorative justice

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________ are the most important actors in preventing miscarriages of justice, yet there is pressure on them to cooperate with the system of moving cases along efficiently

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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