The legal principle of ______ means that judges must respect precedents set in prior cases.

A. lex talionis
B. certiorari
C. stare decisis
D. sui generis


C. stare decisis

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A crime victim is only considered "whole again" when some level of justice has been received and adequate compensation has been made

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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_____________ conditions provide constraints on some people on probation to force them to deal with a significant problem and need such as substance abuse.

A. Standard B. Technical C. Treatment D. Punitive

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Which of the following is an advantage of having the professional model for law enforcement.

a. Increased cost of training and development b. Opportunity for educational benefits c. More effective problem solving techniques d. Limited entry-level opportunities for people from lower socioeconomic segments.

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Who usually has first contact with a juvenile?

A) the parole officer B) the probation officer C) the defense attorney D) the police officer

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