Define hedonism and explain how this term relates to the study of crime.
What will be an ideal response?
The assumption that the main purpose of life is to maximize pleasure while minimizing pain. From a classical perspective, this applies to the idea that people will engage in crime unless the known punishment is more painful than the benefits of committing the crime. This follows the assumption that people are rational and choose whether they will engage in crime.
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An intermediate sanction designed to confine pretrial detainees or convicted offenders to their homes during the hours when they are not at work, attending a treatment program, or visiting a supervising officer is
A. intensive supervision. B. house arrest. C. community justice. D. forfeiture.
A civil restraining order is obtained by the victim in a criminal court.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What steps should responding officers take when answering a burglary call?
What will be an ideal response?
A corporate officer whose duties require supervision of sanitation in the preparation of food, but who delegates authority over sanitation to lower level employees, cannot be held criminally liable under the Federal Pure Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
Indicate whether the statement is true or false