What type of restrictions do most states have on the granting of probation in felony cases?

a. Public opinion restrictions
b. Moral restrictions
c. Judiciary restrictions
d. Statutory restrictions


Answer: d

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Was the warrant supported by probable cause? Did the officer rely in good faith on the warrant?

On September 15, 2000, Officer Doughty swore to an affidavit for a search warrant, the magistrate issued the warrant, and Officer Doughty executed it. The affidavit's "material facts constituting probable cause" for the search read as follows: On March 17, 2000, . . . Tolentito and . . . Velasco were shot to death with 9 millimeter rounds. . . . An individual incarcerated in the Northampton County Jail has become a suspect in the offense in that he has made incriminating statements to at least three persons. An intimate friend of the suspect has informed the undersigned that the suspect informed the intimate friend that he had traded a pistol to an individual named as "Cowboy" for marijuana, "Cowboy" being known to her as residing at the place to be searched. The undersigned has personal knowledge that "Cowboy" is Delio Anzualda. The affidavit described the "thing to be searched for" as a "9 millimeter pistol and/or ammunition," and the place to be searched as Anzualda's family home. While searching Anzualda's home, Doughty and his fellow officers found several items that they suspected were stolen. They also discovered cocaine and related paraphernalia, marijuana, and several firearms. However, a pistol was not among the items seized. What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is one of the three media stereotypes of professional law enforcement?

a. Lampooned Police b. G-men c. Cops d. All of the above

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______ is stressed by researchers who focus attention on the subjective dimension of the social world and refers to an understanding of a social process or social setting is one that reflects fairly the various perspectives of participants in that setting.

A. Authenticity B. Measurement validity C. Generalizability D. Causal validity

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Qualified immunity extends to police officers performing duties that are discretionary in nature. TRUE OR FALSE

What will be an ideal response?

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