Define and discuss family abduction

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Family abduction is the taking, keeping, or concealment of a child or children by the parent, other family member, or person acting on behalf of the parent or family member that deprives another individual of his or her custody or visitation rights. Most kidnappings are family kidnappings; however, these are still dangerous to the child. There are reasons why the kidnapping parent is not the primary caregiver. This can put the child in danger.

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Of the six "model" countries discussed in the book, which has the lowest crime rates across the board?

a. Japan b. United States c. England d. France

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Patterson's Coercion Developmental Theory places more emphasis on ________, whereas Moffitt's Developmental Theory emphasizes ________

A) parenting; characteristics of the child B) violent offenses; status offenses C) boys' delinquency; girls' delinquency D) treatment; prevention

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Why is negligence so commonly considered in sport litigation?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following statements about deontological ethical systems is true?

a. Deontological systems focus on the person's intent instead of the consequences of one's actions. b. Deontological systems focus on the outcome of a person's actions. c. Deontological systems permit immoral actions as long as the community at large benefits. d. None of the above is true.

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