The traditional measure of success in criminal investigation is called the

A. reliably known.
B. clearance rate.
C. conviction rate.
D. UCR rate.


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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a. The lack of punishment c. Costs and benefits b. Location d. Lack of witnesses

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a. True b. False

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A death certificate is considered self-authenticating only when:

A. The certificate bears the official seal of the relevant government agency, and the certificate is signed by an authorized government official indicating that the document is a true copy of the original. B. The certificate bears the official seal of the relevant government agency, and the certificate is signed by an authorized government official indicating that the document is the original document. C. The certificate bears the official seal of the relevant government agency, and the proponent of the document produces a sworn statement from the government official attesting to the document's authenticity. D. The certificate is signed by an authorized government official indicating that the document is the original document, and the proponent of the document produces a sworn statement from the government official attesting to the document's authenticity.

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