What, according to the authors, is the best explanation as to the historically low numbers of female offenders in the system?

What will be an ideal response?


The best explanation for the historically low number of female offenders in the U.S. criminal justice system (as compared to males) has been the fact that they commit fewer street crimes that would garner this distinction.

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Discuss the psychological state of active shooters versus the police officers who enter an active shooter location to neutralize them

What will be an ideal response?

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A criminal career may consist of only one offense

a. True b. False

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How many times must a woman experience the cycle of violence before she qualifies for battered woman syndrome?

A. once B. twice C. three times D. at least five times

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If a judicial officer imposes an unsecured bond, the defendant must sign a bond guaranteeing his/her appearance for future court appearances

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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