Among the reasons that a prosecutor may reject charges at the initial screening are: (check all that apply)
a. fear of retaliation from outside sources
b. a belief in the innocence of the defendant
c. a belief that the suspect is guilty, but conviction is unlikely
d. prosecution of the case is not "in the interest of justice"
b. a belief in the innocence of the defendant
c. a belief that the suspect is guilty, but conviction is unlikely
d. prosecution of the case is not "in the interest of justice"
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The dynamic cascade model is distinct from the cumulative risk model in that it emphasizes the ________ among risk factors and their effect on outcomes over the course of development
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Who first describes the nature of charges and overview of the case in the opening statements?
A. Defense B. Prosecution C. Judge D. Santa
Canada lacked a defined policy on refugees until the late 1980s. It had expected a dwindling number of refugees, chiefly Europeans, following World War II
a. True b. False
Causation applies only to "bad result" crimes
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false