A report prepared by a probation officer who investigates a convicted offender's background in order to help the judge select an appropriate sentence is known as:

What will be an ideal response?


a presentence report

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Self-help programs are primarily lead by:

a. prison chaplains. b. psychologists. c. inmates. d. corrections officers.

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How do parole boards typically allow for victim input during a parole hearing?

a. Personal appearance b. Written statement c. Both (a) and (b) d. None of the above

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When are the police required to read the Miranda warnings to a suspect?

A) When they arrest a suspect B) Before conducting a stop-and-frisk C) Before conducting a field interview D) Before questioning an arrested suspect

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There are more Basques living outside Spain than within the country

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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