Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The Fourth Amendment holds that people shall be secure against unreasonable searches and seizures, meaning that searches and seizures must be carried out with the support of a warrant.
2. A “seizure” of a person is always the equivalent to an arrest.
3. “Effects” as defined by the Fourth Amendment includes items such as clothing and computers, but not automobiles.
4. The Virginia Declaration of Rights (1776) was passed to prohibit general warrants.
1. False
2. False
3. False
4. True
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a. Labeling b. Conflict c. Social disorganization d. Marxist
Which correctional theory contends that offenders learn to engage in crime through exposure to and the adoption of definitions that are favorable to the commission of crime?
a. Behavioral psychology b. Strain theory c. Social learning theory d. Conflict theory
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A. for inmates seeking legal remedies regarding their confinement B. for correctional staff seeking legal remedies against inmate attacks C. to limit inmate lawsuits D. to contest inadequate access to legal materials in prisons
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