The 8th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits punishment for a crime that is:
A) embarrassing to the defendant. B) disproportionate to the crime committed.
C) cruel or unusual. D) unique to a particular state.
B
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This group is considered the most dangerous and potent terrorist groups in the world:
a. Al-Qaeda b. Hamas c. Hezbollah d. ELF
What is the term used to describe countries that support or sponsor terrorism and are considered a threat to global security?
a. Muslim states b. Jihadist countries c. Rogue states d. Failed states
The ______ is set aside for victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are helpful to law enforcement or government officials in the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity.
a. U-visa b. T-visa c. V-visa d. H-visa
________ are payments for actual losses, which may include out-of-pocket expenses an inmate incurred in filing a suit, other forms of monetary or material loss, and pain, suffering, and mental anguish.
A. Compensatory damages B. Punitive damages C. Special damages D. Nominal damages