Is attained by explaining a phenomenon, such as criminal activity, in the simplest way possible. Other characteristics being equal, the simpler the theory the better.
Answer: Parsimony
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Despite the fact that lower courts are controlled by higher courts throughjurisdictional and rule-setting authority, lower courts have developedstrategies to react to higher-court decisions
a. True b. False
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Inmates are the only Americans with a constitutional right to ______.
a. habeas corpus b. an indigent defense c. health care d. none of these
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Which of the following legislation calls for the civil confinement of sexual predators after they have served their criminal terms?
a. Megan’s Law b. Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) c. Sexually Violent Predator Act d. Victims’ Rights Clarification Act
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