The ________, established in the English case of Regina v. Eagleton, is no longer utilized because most lawmakers believe that a person does not have to take the very last step to be criminally culpable.

A. indispensable element test
B. unequivocality test
C. physical proximity test
D. last act test


Answer: D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Offenses such as disturbing the peace, disorderly conduct, fighting in public, vagrancy, illegal loitering, and public intoxication, are known collectively as

a. counterfeiting b. paraphilias c. crimes against nature d. crimes against the public order

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Explain why the American system of policing has evolved into the existing complex structure of overlapping authorities and jurisdictions

What will be an ideal response?

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The “tough on crime” approach resulted in many ______.

A. collateral policies B. equitable approaches to crime C. triage-based procedures for youth D. unintended consequences

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