Imagine that the mayor of a Florida city is accused of taking bribes. At his criminal trial, the judge orders journalists in the open courtroom to not publish any news stories that include details from the testimony of witnesses testifying in open court because what they say might embarrass the mayor those accused of paying him bribes. Is it likely that the U.S. Supreme Court would strike down that order?

A. ___________ Yes

B. __________ No


Ans: B. __________ No

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Which of the following is NOT a common reason why victims choose not to report sexual victimizations?

A. not sure perpetrator intended to harm B. reprisal of the perpetrator C. fear of not being believed D. afraid of being prosecuted

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About __________ percent of offenders are reimprisoned within three years of release.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The U.S. Supreme Court declared the Georgia death penalty statute unconstitutional in ______________

a. Furman v. Georgia (1972) b. Jenkins v. Georgia (1974) c. Gregg v. Georgia (1976) d. Waller v. Georgia (1984)

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A person commits suicide. Who is charged under law to investigate the inquest when the incident occurred at a private residence?

a. Local police agency b. Sheriff c. District attorney d. Justice of the peace e. County attorney

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