Another name for the quality-of-life offenses that are minor law violations is ________ crimes

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


Answer: Petty

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Identify the common features between public order and public decency offenses.

What will be an ideal response?

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Probation officers traditionally perform two functions:________________________and supervision.

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

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According to latent trait theories, while the _____ to commit crime is stable, the opportunity to commit crime fluctuates over time

A) ?desire B) ?ability C) ?motivation D) ?propensity

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The caller reported black smoke and some flames were visible near the garage. Firefighters have arrived at scene, a single family dwelling, within five minutes of the call. Now, the structure is fully engulfed in flames at both ends. The fire is

spreading very rapidly. Thick, black smoke is still clearly visible but quickly changes to white and brown smoke. The caller is found at the scene and is interviewed by the police. He again reported black smoke when the fire first started and that the fire rapidly progressed from the garage. Based on the facts above, what is the likelihood that the fire was caused by arson? A) The fire is most likely accidental. B) The fire may be arson based on the color of the smoke and the rapid progression. C) The fire is possibly accidental or stems from structural defect due to electrical malfunction based on the color of smoke and the rapid progression. D) The facts cannot lead a person to any conclusions.

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