Much of the American public's understanding of crime and criminal justice is wrong; it is based on

What will be an ideal response?


myths

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A Houston doctor found illnesses related to breast implants in 93% of 47,000 women, most referred by lawyers. Two subsequent studies concluded

a. the doctor was correct in his assessment. b. the doctor overcharged. c. there was no evidence of illnesses. d. there was no evidence of a relationship between the illnesses and the implants.

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In the 1999 case of Chicago v. Morales, the Supreme Court upheld an "anti­loitering" ordinance, stating that the definition of illegal loitering as "to remain in any one place with no apparent purpose" was not unconstitutionally vague.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is a component of the Hypermasculinity Inventory (HMI)?

a. Callous sexual attitudes b. Hostility toward one's mother c. A latent sexual attraction to other men d. Possession of a firearm

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Making the police presence known, to deter crime and to make officers available to respond quickly to calls is characteristic of a(n) ______patrol

A) preventative B) routine C) aggressive D) proactive E) reactive

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