Prosecutors are often criticized for overcharging. Briefly define the term “overcharging.”

What will be an ideal response?


When a prosecutor charges a defendant with multiple offenses, some of which they know they cannot prove, in order to obtain a plea bargain from the defendant after promising to drop some of the charges.

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Those accused of crimes are entitled to a preliminary hearing where probable cause is determined

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A long-standing and maladaptive pattern of perceiving and responding to other people and to stressful circumstances, is best referred to as a(n)

a. personality disorder b. neurosis c. transference d. irresponsibility dilemma

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Kant shows the superiority of the __________imperative because it is a universal law that is a moral duty that stands on its own, requiring no further justification

A. practical. B. hypothetical. C. moral. D. categorical. E. None of the above.

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The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act has been adopted by every state in the United States and is divided into ________ parts.

A. Four B. Seven C. Five D. Eight

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