Name two common data sources with which criminologists conduct secondary data analysis.

What will be an ideal response?


Official sources such as local or federal agencies (e.g., rates of crime reported to police, information on incarcerated offenders from state correctional authorities, adjudication data from the courts), or surveys sponsored by government agencies or conducted by other researchers.

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A. Initial pleadings B. Mental health records C. Juvenile records D. Custody and visitation studies

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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There are three types of manslaughter in California

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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