Choose a crime television show. Write a brief synopsis of the episode, focusing on the first responder to the crime. Discuss how the episode follows a preliminary investigation, and note any discrepancies you notice regarding issues surrounding the

preliminary investigation.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary, but should include components discussing securing the crime scene, considering the possible arrest of a suspect, locating and questioning witnesses and victims, documenting the crime scene, and identifying and collecting evidence.

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Discuss the state and federal mandatory minimums.

What will be an ideal response?

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

1. Psychopathy is a disorder which results in a lack of empathy, exploitation of others, and impulsiveness which might be seen as providing an evolutionary advantage to the individual diagnosed with it. 2. A key limitation of the strain theory is that it is difficult to research the theory empirically. 3. Strain theory suggests that crime is only carried out by those who are oppressed. 4. Lombroso suggested that offenders could be identified from non-offenders by facial features/physical characteristics. 5. Monozygotic twins are more frequently identified as identical twins.

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In Rome, Italy, on May 13, 1981, a Turkish nationalist attempted to assassinate ______ ______ ______ ___ in St. Peter's Square

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In an Alford plea, the defendant pleads guilty while _____

a. still demanding a jury trial b. refusing to accept the court's jurisdiction c. asserting his or her innocence d. manifestly not competent for trial

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