The mental state required for a crime to have been committed is referred to as the actus reus

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


F

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Proliferation of American Indian gang activity is tied to the influence of mainstream urban gangs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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When there is ambiguity in the law and policy, ______ may offer officers guidance when making difficult decisions under circumstances of uncertainty.

A. ethical standards of conduct B. individual codes of morality C. religious texts D. peer counseling

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______ results from society’s reaction to offender’s initial nonconforming behavior. For example, persons may alter their self-concepts in conformity with the label (“Yes, I am a criminal, and I will act more like one in the future”).

A. Primary deviance B. Secondary deviance C. Tertiary deviance D. Formal deviance

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Programs such as the Collier County Spousal Academy are designed to help families of police officers cope with issues relating to

A) police use of deadly force. B) child abuse. C) spousal abuse. D) police officer stress.

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