________ is the first step in decision making regarding a juvenile whose behavior or alleged behavior is in violation of the law.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Intake

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a. LSH b. SHIS c. LSHIS d. HIS

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This is the most common property crime in the United States.

A. arson B. burglary C. larceny/theft D. motor vehicle theft

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Approximately _______ persons are shot and killed by police each year in the U.S.

a. 50 b. 100 c. 300 d. 1000

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What is the MOST important screening factor the prosecutor considers when making the decision to prosecute?

a. whether or not there is sufficient evidence for conviction b. whether or not the victim is reliable c. whether or not the victim is cooperative d. whether or not the defendant is willing to testify against others

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