If the owner of a dwelling does not reside there but a renter does:
a. the owner can't be charged with arson if he/she owns the house.
b. only the renter can be charged with common law arson if he sets a fire.
c. the owner can be charged with arson because the owner is not in possession/occupancy.
d. the renter can't be charged with arson because the renter does not own the home.
c
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A(n) _____ is a wrong against society that is proclaimed by law and that, if committed under specific circumstances, is punishable by the justice system.
A. dogma B. operation C. incarceration D. crime
Shelby grew up quickly. As a baby, she was quick to walk and talk. As a teenager, she was quick to date, to drink, and to experiment with drugs. She was found skipping class and smoking marijuana by the school resource officer. Shelby's parents have been divorced since she was six, when her dad went to prison for grand theft auto. When her mom is around, which isn't that often, they sometimes get high together. After Shelby was taken into custody, but before determining what would happen next, the police and a social worker took a detailed history of Shelby's home and school life. These actions taken were out of a main concern to provide what concept of justice?
A. Provided family advocacy B. Adhered to constitutional rights and due process of law C. Considered the "best interests of the child" D. Looked to prove the guilt of the child in court
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a. denial of responsibility. b. appeal to higher loyalties. c. condemnation of the condemners. d. denial of victim.
Loeber's covert pathway begins with minor underhanded behaviors, such as lying and shoplifting
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false