What kind of immunity do prosecutors have from civil lawsuits?

a. absolute immunity
b. qualified immunity
c. sovereign immunity
d. functional immunity


d

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Which of the following is not a military explosive?

a. RDX b. C-4 c. TNT d. Nitroglycerin

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What is the most frequent form of violence that police officers encounter?

a. hostage situations b. felony evasion with weapons c. street demonstrations d. domestic disturbances

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Investigating crime in multicultural settings can be very difficult both for the victims and for the police

The National Crime Prevention Council, (NCPC), published a guide for American Law Enforcement officers who work with multicultural groups, especially when language problems exist. Comment on and analyze three recommendations made by the NCPC to help communicate more efficiently. Explain your opinions using data and other pertinent materials.

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Jack is carjacked as he drives down sunset blvd around 4 AM. The carjacker instructs him to move over to the passenger seat and Jack complies. He further goes on to say that Jack must assist him in robbing a back otherwise he will kill his pregnant girlfriend. The carjacker reminds him that he can simply look at his vehicle registration in order to obtain the address. Jack is unsure of what to do but fears for the lives of his loved ones. He decides to comply. If after the bank robbery he is apprehended and charged with a crime, does he have and defenses available to him?

a. No b. He may utilize the insanity defense. c. He may utilize the duress defense. d. Yes

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