Which refers to a prior action that guides current action?

A) Precedent
B) Stare decisis
C) Recidivism
D) Legal code


A

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Although police unionization is increasing, the majority of police officers in the United States today do not belong to any form of union or association

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Basic to all police reports but of special importance to complaint investigation reports are the requisites of accuracy and completeness. All allegations of misconduct made by the complainant must be answered

Each report should contain which of the following? a. Brief account of the complaint b. The details of the investigation of each and every accusation c. The findings d. All of the above

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In the United Kingdom, probation officers are called ______.

a. offender managers b. community wardens c. constables d. watchmen

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In its earliest medical application, the herb from which amphetamines are derived was used for what treatment?

A. constipation B. depression C. asthma D. heart failure

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