The collection of crime statistics is a relatively new phenomenon

a. True
b. False


Answer: B

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Which of the following has a court ruled as violating prisoners' constitutional protection against cruel and unusual punishment?

a. Jail officials in Kentucky served an inmate only one meal—sufficient to maintain normal health—a day for 15 consecutive days. b. Prison officials in Michigan failed to provide inmates with winter coats, hats, and gloves. c. Prison officials in Nevada refused to grant an inmate's request for crunchy rather than creamy peanut butter. d. Prison officials in Illinois failed to provide an inmate with toilet paper for 5 days, or with soap, toothpaste, or a toothbrush for 10 days.

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Joinder refers to multiple charges and/or multiple __________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following data collection sources can shed light on the “dark figure of crime?”

A. juvenile court data B. National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) C. Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) D. National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)

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Which of the following were not among the early American gangs?

a. Plug Uglies b. Roach Guards c. Dead Rabbits d. Bugles

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