What crime was created to deal with caretakers who wrongfully appropriated the money that came into their possession but really belongs to others?

a. embezzlement
b. larceny
c. false pretenses
d. extortion


a

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

1. In 1972, the Supreme Court ruled that the death penalty was unconstitutional. 2. The United Nations was formed in 1946. 3. Juries must be comprised of 12 individuals. 4. Death penalty cases are automatically appealed to a higher court. 5. The federal government allows for the death penalty.

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List the seven standard sections within a journal article.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is the most common result if a prosecutor deliberately fails to hand over required evidence to the defense?

a. The prosecutor is held in contempt of court b. The court dismisses the charges against the defendant c. The prosecutor is charged with obstruction of justice d. The evidence is handed over and the case retried

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_______________________ is a nonsecure residence that provides counseling, education, job training, and family living. The institutional quality of the environment is minimized

a. Group home b. Foster home c. Rehabilitative habitat d. Transitional program

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