Discuss what habeas corpus is and explain why it is significant.

What will be an ideal response?


The term means “you have the body.” It is a fundamental right that allows a detained person to challenge the legality of his or her detention.

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Presumptive sentencing is a trend largely influenced by the "get tough" movement

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A budget is a plan expressed in financial terms and is an essential ingredient to action plan development

a. True b. False

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The _______ area of a Johari window would be that area that is NOT known to self or others

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Most respondents in Holt's study had what type of connection to computers and technology?

a. Very little b. Moderate c. Deep d. None

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