Because formal law enforcement frequently did not exist on the American frontier, ________ were often the only law available to early settlers

A) night watches
B) shire reeves
C) thief takers
D) vigilantes


D) vigilantes

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Most convictions, when appealed to a higher court, will be reversed

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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

1. Similar behavior in identical twins is known as monozygotic concordance. 2. Variables such as diet, environmental pollution, endocrine imbalance, and allergies have been claimed to have criminogenic influence. 3. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) also has been claimed to be linked to impaired brain function and violent crime. 4. Cortisol has also been implicated in criminal behavior. 5. There is a strong relationship between mental disorders and crime and delinquency.

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In 1983, the United States claimed sovereignty over waters extending how many nautical miles from the United States and its possessions?

a. 50 nautical miles b. 100 nautical miles c. 200 nautical miles d. 400 nautical miles

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__________ variations that occur during the course of an interview or interrogation may also give clues to the truth of a statement

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

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