Discuss the levels of evidence and their practical applications within the criminal justice system
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: [key points to be made]
? Beyond a reasonable doubt: Guilt in a criminal trial, Finding of delinquency in a juvenile court
? Clear and convincing evidence: Used in extraordinary civil cases, such as commitment and child custody
? Preponderance of the evidence: Most civil cases, status offense in juvenile court, probation and parole revocation hearings
? Probable cause: Search warrants/arrest warrants, summary/warrantless arrests, probation and parole preliminary violation hearing
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What will be an ideal response?
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desired to obtain a warrant for a search for evidence of crime. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Which of the following is not an area covered by the IACP Code of Ethics?
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