How is an understanding of the robber's MO valuable in investigating a robbery?

What will be an ideal response?


• Studies have shown that many people who commit a robbery are often repeat offenders. Therefore, it is important to document the techniques and method of operation (MO) used by the suspect. An MO focuses on the behavior of the criminal during the commission of a crime. For example, the location of the robbery, such as a bank or convenience store, may identify certain groups of suspects. Other factors include the type of weapon used; the dress of the robber(s); and the amount of money, merchandise, and drugs taken.

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The cumulative nature of labeling may lead some offenders to become ________.

a. social outcasts b. career criminals c. violent offenders d. withdrawn

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Gideon v. Wainwright established a right to counsel for indigent __________ defendants.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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One court has defined a "substantial step" as conduct that is:

A. more likely than not to lead to a crime. B. "strongly corroborative of the actor's criminal purpose. C. greater than overt but less than action. D. strongly indicative of a conspiratorial agreement.

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As early as 1535, the English passed statutes allowing for the appointment of overseers to place destitute or neglected children as servants in the homes of the affluent. These laws were known as ________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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