Discuss how most people view judges.

What will be an ideal response?


Most people view the judge as the most powerful and important actor in the criminal court system. After all, people neither rise to their feet out of respect when a prosecutor enters a courtroom nor address defense attorneys as "your honor." These symbols of respect are bestowed only on judges.

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The Rome Statute was responsible for legal establishment of the permanent International Criminal Court

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Maria often frequents a dance club every Friday. On her way home one night, she is robbed coming out of the club after closing hours. This is an example of what theory of victimization?

A. code of the streets B. self-control C. exposure to delinquent peers D. routine activity/lifestyle

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Curfew laws apply only to juveniles.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The ________ described how investigations in major metropolitan police agencies were organized and managed. This study recommended a larger role for police officers in conducting preliminary investigations

A) FBI Investigation Report B) NIJ Proactive Patrol Study C) Kansas City Patrol Experiment D) RAND Criminal Investigation Study

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