Explain invisible punishments. Give examples

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Invisible punishments are those punishments not really known or understood by the public (or even the offender prior to them being applied) but that have serious negative consequences for the individual who has committed the crime. Those consequences (known as collateral consequences) might include loss of the right to vote, being prevented from receiving welfare or food stamp benefits, not being allowed to live in public housing, or being unable to have certain occupations.

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Which one of the following statements concerning a person’s use of force is INCORRECT?

a. The trend of American law is to allow a person to “stand in the shoes of the victim.” b. A police officer may use deadly force to prevent any felon from escaping custody. c. A person is generally justified in using reasonable force to protect personal and real property from theft or destruction. d. In general, the use of deadly force is restricted to situations involving a substantial risk of death or serious bodily injury to a potential victim.

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The execution of racial minorities based on studies of _____ discrimination is not unconstitutional

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Most police organizations are organized hierarchically, in a fashion similar to military organizations

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Domestic violence court faces a unique challenge in that it attempts to address the needs of

What will be an ideal response?

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