If the death is caused by deliberate and intentional killing, yet premeditation cannot be demonstrated by the investigative evidence, a criminal defendant will likely be charged with second-degree murder

a. True
b. False


a

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which standard of justification adopts a balancing approach, weighing the interests of individuals with the interests of society?

A) Probable cause B) Administrative justification C) Reasonable suspicion D) Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

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If the prosecution can present sufficient evidence, the grand jury will issue a(n) ____, which specifies the exact charges on which the accused must stand trial.

A. true bill of indictment B. information C. charging bill D. nolle prosequi

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Research by Hawkins and colleagues looked at the resiliency of girls and found that among high-risk girls, four factors may protect against some forms of delinquent behavior. Which factor is false?

a. The presence of a caring adult b. School success c. Religiosity d. Prestige

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