Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Papachristos (2004) and Monti (1993) pose similar challenges to the use of the term “disorganized” to describe delinquent groups such as gangs.
2. Social disorganization theory is equally applicable to cities of all sizes.
3. Immigration patterns were largely responsible for the erosion of social control in the first stage of U.S. gang development.
4. Rap lyrics have always glorified delinquency and gang lifestyles.
5. Law enforcement personnel stipulate that the release of prison inmates and high rates of drug trafficking are the factors that most significantly influence gang violence in communities.
1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. True
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. power of a court to adjudicate cases and issue orders. b. location of a crime. c. court's power to determine constitutionality. d. None of the answers are correct.
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A) de-escalation B) desistance C) rehabilitation D) age of onset
According to the text, which of the following is not a factor in a judge's decision to set bail?
a. The risk the defendant will commit another offense b. The victim's wishes c. The risk the defendant will fail to appear d. Overcrowded jails