The U.S. Supreme Court issues this writ to review the decision of a state appellate court when there may be a possible denial of a U.S. constitutional guarantee.

A. Habeas corpus
B. Certiorari
C. Detainer
D. Sequestration


Certiorari

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The _________ defense may be raised where a public law enforcement officer induces or encourages an otherwise law-abiding person to engage in illegal activity

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What can researchers measure to evaluate the effectiveness of probation?

A. early release rates and recidivism rates B. recidivism rates and crime rates C. early release rates and crime rates D. early release rates and split sentence rates

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Female burglars can be divided into groups or categories. Which category of female burglars enjoys the reward and excitement of burglary?

a. partners c. accomplices b. buddies d. associates

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Which leadership skill involves working with people and include being thoroughly familiar with what motivates employees and how to utilize group processes?

a. technical skills b. human skills c. analytical skills d. conceptual skills

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