The most influential characteristic in the decision-making process on whether or not to make an arrest is ______.
A. seriousness of the offense
B. age of the victim
C. race of the victim
D. victim’s wishes
A. seriousness of the offense
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The police are the most visible arm of government at the community level
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the most common definition of a felony?
A. A serious crime punishable by imprisonment in a state prison B. Any crime punishable by imprisonment in a county jail C. A crime punishable by grand jury indictment D. Any crime for which one can be imprisoned for more than three years in prison
All defendants in federal felony cases are entitled to a grand jury, but the practice of a grand jury in state cases varies; in some states, grand juries are ______.
a. not used for the most part, while in other states they are always used b. widely used regardless of the circumstances while in other states they are required to be used in certain circumstances c. impermissible, while in other states prosecutors have the discretion to decide d. required to be seated in certain circumstances, while in other states prosecutors have discretion to decide
The employment of racial and ethnic minority police officers has decreased during the last 10 years.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)