A defendant having no record of criminal convictions punishable by more than 60 days of imprisonment is an example of ________
a. truth in sentencing
b. aggravating circumstances
c. mitigating circumstances
d. advisory sentencing
c
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Factors that may be associated with an increase in prescription drug use among youths include all but which of the following:
a. Prescription drugs are often easier to obtain than illegal drugs. b. An increasing trend in hosting/attending "pharming parties" c. Prescription drugs are much less expensive compared to other drugs. d. Easy access to prescription drugs through Internet pharmacies, many of which do not require prescriptions
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The strength of organized criminal groups is based on their willingness and ability to use force or threats of force to assure discipline within and outside the organization. 2. Arson, murder, and bribery are essential strategic tools of organized crime. 3. Blackmail is not easily achieved by organized crime figures. 4. Racketeering is characterized by the three steps of placement, layering, and integration. 5. With major crackdowns on traditional organized crime activities such as extortion and bid-rigging rackets, mafia crime groups in New York in the ’90s were shifting some of their focus to health frauds, prepaid phone cards, and Wall Street scams.
Which of the following is NOT a reason for an officer to use force on an inmate?
a. acting in self-defense b. acting to defend the safety of a third person c. upholding the hierarchy of the institution d. preventing an escape effort
During __________, prospective jurors answer questions from the court and counsel
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word