You are a prosecutor who, at the initial appearance for the man you are charging with murder, is arguing against the judge offering a release on recognizance. Explain why you might be making such an argument.

What will be an ideal response?


Students' answers will vary.

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a. reasonable suspicion. b. probable cause. c. gut instinct. d. afair probability.

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A. RNA B. DNA C. karotypes D. introns

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Which term refers to the full forgiveness from all legal consequences of a crime and conviction?

a. Executive clemency b. Pardon c. Reprieve d. Commutation

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The curricula of police training academies focus on defining the range and type of criminal activity that recruits will encounter

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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