Two classes of thief catchers, early law enforcement, in England were identified: ________ whose motivations were mercenary in nature; and social climbers who would implicate their accomplices in order to move up the social ladder.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)


Answer: Hirelings

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Which of the following factors increases the power of the prosecutor?

A) Many of their decisions are hidden from public view. B) They must have a judge sign off on any decision to drop a case. C) They are dependent upon the defense attorney for witness statements. D) Jurisdictional boundaries are sometimes confusing. E) Cases overturned at appeal can be damaging to a prosecutor's career.

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Evidence seized under a faulty search warrant that violates a person's Fourth Amendment rights is admissible to convict the person if issued because of a magistrate's error

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According the due process model, police powers should be limited to prevent ___________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Beth was a victim of childhood physical and sexual abuse. She is now 40 years old and is a well-respected journalist who works for a nationally known magazine. She also travels around the country speaking to crime victims. According to the social ecology theory of victimization, at what time of the day were the abusive attacks on Beth more likely to take place?

A. From 8 A.M to 10 A.M. B. From 12 P.M. to 2 P.M. C. From 3 P.M. to 6 P.M. D. From 10 P.M. to 12 P.M.

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