In American common law, the killing of a human is voluntary manslaughter if a reasonable person would have acted rashly in the same circumstances
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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_____ relates to the need for prison officers to understand the informal rules and processes that shape daily prison interactions and how to avoid being manipulated by inmates.
a. Education b. Training c. Understanding d. Knowledgeability
The "us versus them" mentality describes the criminals' isolation from society
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
During a discussion of causes of crime, Carmen notes that those who are more affluent control criminal legislation. Such control causes less powerful groups, such as ethnic and social minorities, to be apprehended and punished at higher rates than those who are members of the affluent group. With which theory does Carmen’s opinion most align?
A. social control theory B. strain theory C. labeling theory D. social conflict theory
Which of the following factors does law enforcement view as the most influential in local gang violence?
A. carrying weapons B. number of gangs C. intergang conflict D. drug-related activity