Who are more likely to be victimized according to Cohen and Felson (1979)?

a. females
b. living alone
c. with many possessions
d. only a and b
e. a, b, and c


d. only a and b

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In the latest federal iteration of sex registration laws, ______ classifies sex offenders into three Tiers – Tier 1 and II offenders must keep their registration up to date for 15 and 30 years respectively, and Tier III offenders must register for their lifetime.

a. The Amber Alert b. The Adam Walsh Child Protection Act c. Megan’s Law d. Jesse’s Law

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Explain and compare the two tests of scientific techniques as established in Frye and Daubert. How could states using one test find differently than a state using the other? Do you feel either of these tests are good policy? Use examples (real or hypothetical) and explain why or why not.

What will be an ideal response?

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In which type of situation are police most likely to be feloniously killed?

A. while making an arrest B. while handling or transporting prisoners C. during a disturbance call D. while investigating a suspicious person or circumstance

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What were the mandates of the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906?

A. required manufacturers to list the amounts of alcohol or "habit-forming" drugs on product labels B. regulated sales of opiates to medical personnel only C. banned foods that contained opium D. made it illegal for opiate drugs to be used without a prescription

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