The law must provide clear and specific language to define a prohibited behavior. If they do not, they might be considered

a. void for over breadth.
b. void for vagueness.
c. considered ex post facto laws.
d. violating the principle of legality.


b. void for vagueness.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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If a person is confronted by a single police officer and asked general questions about his or her suspected involvement in a crime, an arrest has occurred

a. True b. False

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Research suggests that a child who comes from a home where a parent abuses alcohol is most likely to do which of the following?

a. Develop alcohol abuse problems, especially males b. Be least likely to be separated from their biological parents c. Not develop violent criminal behaviors later in life d. Develop formidable and lasting relationships

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Risk factors for becoming a victim include working in moderate-crime areas

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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