One issue associated with correctional methods is ________: Offenders should be punished equally in accordance with the seriousness of their offenses

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fairness
equity

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______________ are elected law enforcement officials whose agencies are responsible for law enforcement throughout the counties in which they function

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A sexual predator is nearing completion of his sentence. He has indicated that he is consumed by compulsions that he is not able to resist. Corrections officials are convinced that he will re-offend upon being released. They decide to seek an order committing the offender to a secure treatment facility at the completion of his sentence. Even though the offender does not wish to be confined, the judge agrees that this is the best course of action, for both the community and the offender. Which of the following ethical systems does not support this decision?

a. utilitarianism b. teleological ethics c. ethics of care d. ethical formalism

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The movies and songs which Craig downloaded would not be a violation of

a. federal copyright act b. the "fair use" doctrine c. federal and state laws that protect trade secrets d. federal wire fraud laws

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Alternative prevention efforts challenge the traditional way of working with children.

a. true b. false

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