Describe parens patriae. How exactly does it impact the juvenile justice system?
What will be an ideal response?
Parens patriae is a legal principle giving the state the right to intercede on behalf of and act in the best interest of a child or any other legally incapacitated persons, such as the mentally ill. See the textbook for a detailed discussion of its impact on current practices.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The media stereotypically construct police as which of the following?
a. The professional b. The vigilante c. The oppressor d. All of these
Self-defense as a justification requires imminent danger
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Discuss the use of videotapes and other electronic devices as evidence. Do you believe (as the courts have upheld) that video surveillance should be used in an employee's office? Why or why not? What are the current restrictions? How would you change these? Or would you?
What will be an ideal response?