The purpose of a preliminary hearing is to _____.

A) inform the defendant of the charges
B) formally indict the suspect
C) determine if the defense is ready to proceed to trial
D) determine if there is sufficient evidence to charge the suspect


D) determine if there is sufficient evidence to charge the suspect

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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__________ determined constitutional rights of incarcerated minors have been violated:

A. Morales v. Turman B. Maryland v. Thurman C. National Council on Crime and Delinquency D. Morrissey v. Turman

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Summarize the main points of the Conflict Perspective.

What will be an ideal response?

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It is okay to give Miranda warnings only in English as that is the official language of the Constitution.

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

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