Any conduct committed in public view that puts fear in the hearts of the citizenry and not dealt with by any other statute, is called:

a. breach of the peace.
b. disturbing the peace.
c. disorderly conduct.
d. any of the above; the terms are interchangeable


d

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Which of the following was ruled by the Supreme Court as a result of the Miranda case?

A. A Miranda warning is not required if the police ask the suspect questions that are testimonial in nature. B. Suspects can be seated in interrogation rooms for a few hours before questioning. C. Every suspect needs protection from coercion. D. Confessions are invalid if the suspect is aware of the Miranda warning.

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a. the government b. the media c. the people d. all of these

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a. "for justice.". b. "a test of truth.". c. "to come.". d. "to speak the truth.".

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