The Supreme Court said that, when judging whether the use of nondeadly force is excessive, one should

A) consider the situation using 20/20 hindsight.
B) judge from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene. C) base judgment on the testimony of all eyewitnesses.
D) give special weight to the testimony of the victim of the force.


B

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A. victim provocation B. subintentional homicide C. self-victimization D. imaginary victimization

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What will be an ideal response?

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Barry is driving while intoxicated. His vehicle is weaving from one side of the street to the other. As he approaches Main Street, the traffic signal turns red. John begins to cross the street

Barry, oblivious to the red signal, drives into the intersection. John sees the vehicle and jumps out of the way, just in time to avoid any injury. Barry has committed: A) criminal attempt (intoxication manslaughter). B) criminal attempt (aggravated assault). C) criminal attempt (deadly conduct). D) none of the above because Barry lacks the specific intent to injure John.

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What is the difference between the crimes of robbery and extortion?

What will be an ideal response?

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