Imagine that you are a supporter of the death penalty, and you are attempting to convince someone who is opposed to it to see the issue from your standpoint. How would you support your position, from both a moral and utilitarian perspective? Be sure to address statistical data on deterrence in your answer.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary.

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The Illinois Supreme Court case People v. Carlson concerned:

a. Police sobriety check points. b. Community Caretaking. c. Police acting on tips about impaired drivers. d. A Terry "Reasonable Suspicion" stop of a DUI suspect.

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What is a Wickersham Commission?

What will be an ideal response?

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The U.S. Supreme Court has held that _____ are entitled to the assistance of counsel.

A) all defendants B) all defendants sentenced to at least one day of incarceration C) all defendants facing anything greater than a petty misdemeanor D) all defendants facing felony charges

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