In the minority of states that follow the retreat rule there are usually two exceptions. Identify and explain these two exceptions
What will be an ideal response?
In the minority of states that follow the retreat rule, two exceptions usually exist: (1) the castle exception allows a defender to stand her ground and use deadly force to fend off an unprovoked attack in the home; and (2) the cohabitant exception allows people who live in the same home to stand their ground as well. By the late 1990s, battered women were recognized as fitting the "true man protecting his castle" frame; now, every state allows expert witnesses to explain "battered women's syndrome" to judges and juries in cases of self-defense in the home.
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A) skating B) skipping C) gliding D) hydroplaning E) skimming
A police officer's decision whether or not to issue a traffic citation should be based on ethical
considerations. Which of the following is an ethical consideration? a. The ethnicity of the violator. b. The excuse given for the violation. c. The violator is a relative of a police officer. d. Offer of a bribe. e. The violator is a fellow police officer.
When dealing with hostage negotiations, entry into a barricade should be one of the first considerations
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The phrase ________ is used to indicate a jury in which the members have stated that, if appropriate, they would vote for the death penalty
A) death-qualified jury B) jury in vogue C) jury de novo D) generally qualified jury