What is the difference between express malice and implied malice?

What will be an ideal response?


Individuals who have a deliberate intent to kill possesses express malice while implied malice exists in those cases that an individual possesses an intent to cause great bodily harm or the intent to commit an act that may be expected to lead to death or great bodily harm.

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Today, unions are a formidable force in policing – particularly in:

a. the summertime. b. the Northeast, Midwest, and Western states. c. the South, East, and Alaska. d. the State of Texas.

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Which statement about rational choice theory is NOT true?

a. Criminals engage in a cost-benefit analysis of risks and rewards of crime. b. Criminal behavior is rational behavior. c. Increased punishments will not deter behavior. d. Criminals deserve to be penalized for their behavior.

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Sixty percent of people under correctional care are represented under this penalty.

A. Probation B. Incarceration C. Parole D. Shock probation E. Awaiting execution

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Most jails are administered by:

a. municipal police. b. county sheriffs. c. state government. d. federal government.

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