Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Given their discretion, prosecutors may file charges against a suspect even if they know there is far
too little evidence to obtain a conviction.
2. State systems of prosecution are extremely decentralized.
3. Aspects of the courtroom such as plea bargains and its “assembly line” nature are necessary in most
cases to avoid becoming swamped by the large number of cases before them.
4. Mandatory sentencing laws have increased the discretionary power of prosecutors.
5. Establishing a solid partnership between the prosecutor, the community, and law enforcement is vital
for community prosecution.
1. False
2. True
3. True
4. True
5. True
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The Supreme Court based its due process decision in Stovall v. Denno (1967), admitting eyewitness evidence taken during a one-person showup, on the ____________________ _________________________ rule
Fill in the blank with correct word.
Crime control legislation would be an example of a reactive response to crime
a. True b. False
The followers of utilitarianism believe that being ethical is something everyone should do because
A. God demands it B. if we don't we go to jail C. it provides the greatest common good D. reason requires it of us
Cultural deviance theory purports that subcultural values are handed down from one generation to the next and the young people who reject this subculture and its values are more likely to join gangs and violate the law.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)