Describe the law concerning found property

What will be an ideal response?


Although the finder has possession of the property, it is not legal possession. Thieves apprehended with stolen property often claim to have found it—an invalid excuse. A reasonable effort must be made to find the owner of the property—for example, by making inquiries or advertising in a newspaper. The owner, if located, must pay the cost of such inquiries before the property is returned. If the owner is not located after reasonable attempts are made to do so and after a time specified by law, the finder of the property can legally retain possession of it.

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A. research revolution. B. Era of Experiential Learning. C. Foundation of Knowledge. D. DARE Research.

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Which of the following characteristics most aptly applies to situational child molesters?

A. They never abuse anyone except children. B. They are always members of higher socioeconomic groups. C. They have a true sexual preference for children. D. They usually have fewer number of different child victims.

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According to situational crime prevention, if punishment is severe enough, known criminals will never be tempted to repeat their offenses

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Information known by police based on what they see, hear, and smell is _______________ information

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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