Mandatory minimum sentences are arguably unethical because they:
a. Do not reflect the will of the majority
b. Are not applied to all offenders convicted under such statutes
c. Have no incapacitate effect
d. Result in disproportionately severe sentences
d. Result in disproportionately severe sentences
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The Ferguson effect comes as a result of what specific incident?
a. the death of Eric Garner b. the death of Freddie Gray c. the shooting of Michael Brown d. the shooting of Tamir Rice
What statement below best summarizes the current use of crime scene sketches?
A. The crime scene sketch is no longer an integral part of the crime scene investigation because crime scene video and digital photography have replaced it significantly. B. The crime scene sketch is limited in its ability to tell the story as to what happened at the time of the crime. C. Jurors, typically, can relate to a well-drafted sketch depicting all-important areas of the crime scene location. D. Investigators are using crime scene sketches less since they are less accurate and meaningful in comparison to crime scene photography due to the CSI effect.
Under the silent witness theory, which of the following is not part of the authentication process?
a. Someone must testify that the video tape from a surveillance camera fairly and accurately portrays the events that occurred based on his or her personal knowledge. b. The video tape from the surveillance camera depicts a date and time. c. The video tape from the surveillance camera shows no evidence of having been edited or tampered with. d. There is testimony identifying individuals depicted in the video tape from the surveillance camera.
Which of the following is an example of an occupational crime?
a. murder b. espionage c. illegal drug sales d. embezzlement e. prostitution