Dorothea Dix described many jails, particularly those that did not separate inmates, as ______.

a. a free school of vice
b. an accident waiting to happen
c. a crime against humanity
d. a waste of taxpayer money


a. a free school of vice

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The majority of states have passed laws:

A) allowing police to access cell phone location data B) allowing the use of smartphone apps by police C) criminalizing texting while driving D) legalizing the use of cell phones in motor vehicles

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The popularity of community justice derives in part from deep dissatisfaction with contemporary justice _________.

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

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In some states, ________ conduct parole hearings and recommend decisions to the parole board

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

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Which of the following elements is NOT from Irwin and Cressey's list of good inmate behavior?

A) Trust the guards. B) Settle conflict between inmates. C) Do your own time. D) Don't exploit other inmates.

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