The Victim and Witness _____ Act, a federal law passed in 1982, required greater protection of victims and witnesses and also mandated guidelines for the fair treatment of victims and witnesses in federal criminal cases

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Protection

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

Supporters of the adversary system argue that it is better than the inquisitorial system in protecting the rights of criminal defendants.

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What is the primary contribution of A General Theory of Crime?

a. Behavior is learned from primary social groups. b. Self-control and opportunity foster deviant behavior. c. Self-control changes throughout the life course. d. Bonds to society control deviant behavior.

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In a lineup the suspect should choose his own place in line

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the name for the system that allowed prison officials to sell the labor of inmates to private businesses?

A. Property in service system B. Guardian system C. Contract system D. Convict-lease system

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