Which of the following is considered a shortcoming of the UCR?
a. Represents only a portion of the crime rate
b. Is affected by better communications, policing and recording
c. Both (a.) and (b.)
d. None of the above
c. Both (a.) and (b.)
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is shock probation?
a. a sentence aimed at scaring offenders into a life of conformity by showing them the realities of prison b. a delay in a sentence in order to allow the defendant to perform a period of probation c. a requirement that convicted people must serve a brief stay in jail prior to probation placement d. a prison sentence imposed for crimes for which probation is normally not an option
What general percentage of inmates have experienced a sexual victimization in prison?
A. 10–12% B. 25–29% C. 3–5% D. 39–42%
In 2005, the Court held in ______ that federal judges no longer were required to follow the sentencing guidelines that had been in effect since 1987.
a. United States v. Booker b. Atkins v. Virginia c. Mapp v. Ohio d. Terry v. Ohio