When federal agents are sued for violation of a Constitutional or federally protected right that occurred while under the color of state law, this process may be referred to as a ______ suit.

A. Section 1983
B. Bivens
C. nonmalfeasance
D. strict liability


B. Bivens

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As one variable increases in value and the other decreases in value, the association is negative

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is not one of the six principles for problem-solving courts identified by the Center for Court Innovation?

a. Parental involvement b. Focus on individualized justice c. Emphasis on accountability d. Collaboration between professionals

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Prison residents who are "doing time" see prison as a long-term stay and continue their criminality while incarcerated.

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

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To try to ensure a more thorough deliberation before imposing the death sentence, legislatures enacted _____________.

A. an oversight committee B. a waiting period C. a sentencing grid D. a two-stage process

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