Which of the following is from ancient law that means “an eye for an eye”?

a. lex retributis
b. lex talionis
c. parens patriae
d. parens retributis


b. lex talionis

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Discuss the criteria for alcohol use disorder, according to the DSM-V standards of the American Psychiatric Association. Additional outside research is needed to expand on the topic

Be sure to discuss why each criteria is important or why it has been included and how diagnosis of the level of the disorder is determined. Additionally, conclude with criteria that may be added or deleted to improve upon the disorder. What will be an ideal response?

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The macroscopic scene refers to specific evidence found within a particular crime scene location—such as a cartridge casing, window glass, or blood stain found on the pavement where a drive-by shooting has occurred

a. True b. False

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Which of the following scenarios represents an alleged conflict of interest in ACA accreditation?

A. Prison workers in two different regions are hired with two different starting salaries. B. The ACA maintains its opposition to incarcerating juveniles with adults. C. Two prisons have the same practices, but only the one that pays more dues gets accredited. D. A prison accused of inhumane practices tells the court that it has ACA accreditation.

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The early legal designation of youths who violate the law because of their minority status, ___________, is now referred to as status offenders

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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