The most controversial issue revolving around the Court's control of police behavior is what is commonly known as the exclusionary rule. Summarize the basics of this rule and discuss its current status and controversy
What will be an ideal response?
The exclusionary rule provides that evidence obtained by unreasonable searches and seizures is inadmissible in criminal trials and also excludes use of illegal confessions under the Fifth Amendment. This rule was established in 1914 by the US Supreme court in Weeks v. US. Currently, when the rule applies, valuable evidence may not be usable at trial because police made an error or failed to obtain a proper warrant. It may also result in excessive court delays and negatively affect plea bargaining.
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A study by McGurrin and Kappeler indicated that police sexual misconduct is:
a. more prevalent in France. c. pervasive and serious. b. nearly always initiated by women officers. d. not of any concern.
Explain the concept of judicial review. Why is judicial review important?
What will be an ideal response?
Specialized court advocates have begun to realize the importance ofimproved __________ involvement, as citizens and neighborhood groups haveplayed important roles in identifying, prioritizing, and solving localproblems
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Has the federal government response to crime through increasing law enforcement and investing in prison systems been successful?
A. It is partially successful in reducing violent crime, but it comes at a great cost. B. It has not been successful; C. crime rates are at an all-time high. D. The government response has been enormously successful with dramatic crime reductions.