Prosecutorial discretionis the decision-making power of prosecutors, based on the wide range of choices available to them, in the handling of criminal defendants
a. True
b. False
a
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The average response rate in academic surveys in 1995 was approximately 80 percent
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is NOT one of the key factors that has been found to reduce recidivism while on parole?
A. Concentrated treatment services combined with parole supervision during the first few weeks of release B. Strong employment ties C. Stable relationships with family D. Having children
The primary purpose for labeling an offense a hate or bias crime is to sanction the offender for his or her ________ in committing the offense
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the statements below would not support a psychological explanation for Rodger's crimes?
a. His online ranting about "lack of success" with girls b. Rodger's family had contacted the police because they were concerned about his mental health c. His history of seeing therapists since he was eight years old d. His behavior toward the police who came to his house