______ is the systematic study of crime and disorder problems to assist police in criminal apprehension, crime and disorder reduction, crime prevention, and evaluation.

a. Crime mapping
b. Crime analysis
c. Hot-spot detection
d. GIS pinpointing


b. Crime analysis

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Individuals who possess lower levels of self-control are likely to respond ______________ to provocative situations and react _______________to minimal provocations

a. reflectively, defensively b. affectively, offensively c. aggressively, offensively d. instinctually, defensively

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. A black defendant who kills a nonblack victim has the highest likelihood of receiving a death sentence. 2. Offenders sentenced to a year or less incarceration are typically sent to a prison facility. 3. Crimes are defined differently across different geographic regions and change over time. 4. Motor vehicle theft is the most common form of property crime. 5. White-collar crimes are victimless crimes.

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Are central to prisoner management as correctional officers cannot have total control over the inmates

a. Sanctions b. Regulations c. Negotiations d. Custodial policies

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Sara's bail is surprisingly high for $200 of cocaine. In fact, her lawyer calls it excessive. What can Sara and her lawyer do to change the situation?

a. Ask for ROR b. File a motion for violation of the Eighth Amendment c. Request a police field citation release d. Enroll Sara in treatment to reduce bail

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