Children's memories of traumatic events are often:
A) never correct. B) exactly correct.
C) distorted. D) None of the above.
C
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Civil penalties are used because the burden of proof for liability is lower than that for criminal cases - ______________of evidence versus beyond a reasonable doubt.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Many legal commentators suggest that one way to reform identification procedures would be to: a. loosen the standards for admitting expert testimony on human perception and memory and the problemsrelated to eyewitness identification
b. require all eyewitnesses to undergo psychological testing concerning their recall and retention abilities. c. require police to corroborate all eyewitness identifications for all types of cases. d. totally ban the use of photo identification procedures.
All members of the courtroom work group have a common interest in
a. collecting fees. c. appearing tough on crime. b. avoiding unnecessary trials. d. reducing jail overcrowding.
Which of the following is often required for defendants on pretrial supervision?
a. Registering with the local sheriff's office as a convicted felon b. Not leaving their residence without the permission of their supervising officer c. Calling in weekly until their scheduled court date d. Submitting daily reports about their current address and employment