The use of deceit or trickery to obtain profit or advantage is termed
a. extortion
b. bribery
c. fraud
d. embezzlement
c
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Provide a detailed description of one forensic science (other than psychology) discussed in the chapter. Explain why this this science is considered “forensic.”
What will be an ideal response?
You are a lawyer representing a woman who has been sentenced to life without parole. You have just learned that she has lost the appeal of her conviction. What is the next logical step for you to take?
A. file one more appeal B. continue to file appeals until the case goes to the U.S. Supreme Court C. nothing; your client is entitled to only one appeal D. ask the Innocence Project to intervene
Discuss the victim's role in the five phases of the criminal justice process.
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following statements best reflects Shaw & McKay’s findings on city areas?
a. Rates of delinquency, tuberculosis & infant mortality decrease as you move away from the central business district. b. Rates of delinquency, tuberculosis & infant mortality increase as you move away from the central business district. c. Rates of delinquency increase, but rates of tuberculosis & infant mortality decrease as you move away from the central business district. d. Rates of delinquency decrease, but rates of tuberculosis & infant mortality increase as you move away from the central business district.