The use of objective instruments has been shown to be less accurate than the discretionary decisions made by parole boards using their expert judgment regarding the offender

a. True
b. False


b

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Match each term with its definition.

A. a form of low-cost divorce enacted by a number of states B. helps parents in the collection of child support C. a no-fault basis for divorce D. couples choosing to live together without marriage E. a method of resolving disputes without resorting to a trial F. families combined in subsequent marriages G. permits an ex-spouse to continue medical coverage under an employee's plan H. litigants seeking a jurisdiction that requires a shorter period of residency I. a team approach to divorce dispute resolution J. a term that refers to the fact that only state courts can hear family cases

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The Fourth Amendment is violated when police enforce a statute that allow them to stop a person who loiters or wander on the streets for identification

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to criminal law, there must be _______ between the guilty act and the guilty intent.

A. concurrence B. compatibility C. coincidence D. connection

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If both a juvenile's attorney and the prosecutor agree upon a plea bargain, what are the next steps in the court process?

What will be an ideal response?

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