A _______________________ is a positive prior factor in an individual's life that decreases the risk of occurrence of a future delinquent act

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


protective factor

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Under Texas law, a person can be convicted of theft by acquiring stolen property without the state proving the existence of any culpable mental state

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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______ theorists would argue that the United States has greater levels of lawlessness due to its embracement of capitalistic ideals.

A. Biosocial B. Conflict C. Labeling D. Environmental

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Critics of judicial elections assert that they are fundamentally inconsistent with the principle of judicial independence.

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

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Which of the following scenarios is the driver not "operating" a motor vehicle?

a. Key was in the ignition with the defendant sitting in the driver's seat. b. Key turned to the "on" or "accessory" position, but engine not started. c. Sitting behind the wheel of the parked car at intersection, motor not running, and keys in right hand. d. Keys are not in the engine, but keys in right hand.

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