Identify two types of circumstantial evidence that can be admitted into evidence to show the defendant had the ability to commit the crime.
What will be an ideal response?
Student responses may include specialized skill, means to commit the crime, physical capacity, and mental capacity
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Who were John Augustus and Matthew Davenport Hill, and what was their role in regard to probation in their respective countries?
What will be an ideal response?
The Western Pennsylvania Prison was devised to operate in which fashion?
a. solitary and separate b. labor intensive c. religious redemption d. rehabilitation
Ronny is running late for his class at the university. In an effort to make up lost time, he is driving his pickup truck in excess of the speed limit. His high speed attracts the attention of a highway patrol trooper who gives chase
Seeing the trooper's lights flashing behind him, Ronny pulls to the side of the road. The trooper approaches Ronny and immediately notices a rifle hanging in the cab on a rack behind Ronny's head. The trooper asks if the weapon is loaded. Ronny answers truthfully that the weapon is unloaded. Ronny has committed: A) no offense because the weapon is unloaded. B) no offense because possession of a rifle is lawful under these circumstances. C) unlawful carrying of weapons. D) no offense because he is traveling.
___________ crime is a type of business enterprise involving highly structured groups that engage in crime and often use violence to achieve their goals.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)