Distinguish between Part I and Part II offenses as defined in the Uniform Crime Report

What will be an ideal response?


• Part I offenses are felonies. There are four violent crimes included – murder, forcible rape, robbery, and assault, and four non-violent crimes – burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
• Part II offenses include all the other offenses recorded by the UCR. The Part II offenses include both felonies and misdemeanors.

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Which of the following is NOT part of the consideration undertaken by egoists when facing an ethical dilemma?

a. What act would most benefit me? b. The most ethical action is that which is best for the most. c. Will others benefit from the action that most benefits me? d. How will my self-interest be best promoted?

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Lawsuits involving tort actions are commonly referred to as a 1983 action. Why?

A) The action was signed into law in 1983. B) It is found in Section 1983 of the U.S. Code. C) 1983 citizens in Rochester, IL, signed a petition in favor of bringing legal action against a local police officer. D) 1983 officers in Chicago went on strike to show their support of the action.

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Two-thirds of those on death row are from the South

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

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