List two factors that the Court would look at in determining if an officer’s use of nondeadly force was justified under the facts and circumstances in in which it was used.

What will be an ideal response?


Student responses should include the seriousness of the offense, immediacy of the threat posed by the suspect, and whether the suspect is resisting arrest or attempting to escape.

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The single most important criterion for determining the level of proof necessary for conviction in criminal trials is the ____________________ doubt standard

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Summarize the Supreme Court decision in Florence v. Board of Chosen Freeholders of Burlington and Essex Counties, including the arguments on both sides. State your opinion of the ruling and give a reason.

What will be an ideal response?

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The use of precedent promotes fairness and consistency

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The first step in solving cost problems is to identify ___________ areas.

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

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