___________________ was the landmark case in which the Supreme Court called for a ban on the death penalty, ruling that the law (as it stood) was capricious and, hence, cruel and unusual punishment

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Furman v. Georgia

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The “difference” in behavior that may lead a juvenile to be ostracized can result in _____ the youth who is labelled as different by his peers.

a. bullying b. praising c. welcoming d. observing

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Intermediate sanctions fall along a continuum ranging from the least intrusive (fines and community service) to the most intrusive (house arrest, electronic monitoring)

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A(n) ________ is commonly used for isolating gases or liquids from complex solutions and is generally used for analysis of illicit drugs, plastics, and explosives

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

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What is a major difference between the juvenile and criminal justice systems?

A) The standard of "proof beyond a reasonable doubt" is required. B) Community policing strategies are used. C) The accused has a right to a jury trial. D) Community protection is a primary goal.

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