Three-quarters of all jails are operated by an elected official known as a _____________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


sheriff

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Seamless probation stresses:

A) closely integrating community treatment programs for probationers. B) chronic offenders with drug addictions. C) programs for female offenders. D) programs for sex offenders.

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Which of the following statements is true of the statute of limitations?

A. It minimizes the restrictions on prosecutors. B. It is applicable to offenses that carry the death penalty. C. It is not applicable to prosecutions for murder. D. It does not protect citizens against unreasonable delays before accusation.

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A convict of which type of offense is most likely to succeed on parole?

A. Immigration crime B. Weapons crime C. Drug crime D. Violent crime

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What is the process by which both parties to the case learn of the evidence the opposing side will use?

a. Discovery b. Bargaining c. Change of venue d. Arraignment

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