The function of the courts is to protect individuals from the unfair advantages that the government automatically enjoys in legal battles

a. leniency
b. rehabilitation
c. due process
d. morality


c

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ccurate image by airport X-ray machines." Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is true regarding those interviewed by the NCVS?

a. Only those over the age of 18 are interviewed. b. Only men are interviewed. c. Individuals from cities over 100,000 are excluded. d. Individuals from 80,000 households were interviewed.

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When a jury is unable to reach a unanimous verdict, ______.

A. the verdict is decided by the majority B. the jury is held in contempt of court C. the defendant is declared not guilty D. a mistrial is declared

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Currently, the majority of states (with the death penalty) and the federal government authorize the ______ as the sole method of execution.

a. gas chamber b. hanging c. firing squad d. lethal injection

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