The right to a speedy trial applies once a person is _________of a crime

Fill in the blank with correct word.


Answer: accused

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According to most sociologists, the concept of __________ entails distinctions made between individuals on the basis of significant defining characteristics

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

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The blameworthiness of offenders is usually measured by:

a. employment history. b. the number and seriousness of prior convictions. c. the number of months previously served in prison. d. prior use of illegal drugs.

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Police officers stand out as representatives of the system—even in their private lives (officers are held to higher standards than other members of society)—and do not let biases animosities, and friendships influence decisions; officers must practice _____ in their personal behavior.

a. subjectivity b. professionalism c. obsessiveness d. objectivity

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One of the two due process clauses in the U.S. Constitution is found in the Fifth Amendment. The other is found in the Fifteenth Amendment

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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