Melissa is not a typical female inmate in that she is convicted of the violent crime of murder. Most female inmates are in prison for:

a. burglary.
b. robbery.
c. nonviolent drug offenses.
d. theft.


c

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The lawyer's primary function is to persuade that their position is the most correct one

a. True b. False

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What is the name for the system that allowed prison officials to sell the labor of inmates to private businesses?

A. Property in service system B. Guardian system C. Contract system D. Convict-lease system

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

1. Professionals plan and carefully choose their victims to maximize the score and minimize risks. 2. Professional pickpockets are also known as “boosters.” 3. Master fencers regularly sells hot merchandise along with legitimate stock. 4. Forgers often operate independently and are less a part of the world of professional criminals than some other offenders. 5. Burglars are distinctive from most professional criminals for their willingness to use force.

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Which theory posits that children who do poorly in school or who believe they have little chance of graduation are most likely to commit delinquent acts?

A) labeling theory B) blocked opportunity theory C) culture theory D) drift theory

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