What is an expert witness?

What will be an ideal response?


A person giving testimony based on their professional opinion not their experience of the crime.

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In most GBMI jurisdictions, which of the finding is not required for the jury to return a finding of "guilty but mentally ill?"

a. Every statutory element necessary for a conviction has been proven beyond a reasonable doubt b. The defendant was not found to have been legally insane at the time the crime was committed c. The defendant is found to have been mentally ill at the time the crime was committed d. The defendant is found to have exhibited psychopathic tendencies prior to the crime

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Most parole boards have the same parole eligibility requirements

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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An increasing risk to critical infrastructure is

A) Internal risk B) Egotism C) Lack of innovation D) Cyber risks

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Research shows that the death penalty is more likely to be imposed when the _____________.

A. convicted person is white B. convicted person is African American C. victim is white D. victim is African American

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