Under civil law, the burden of proof is ______.

a. beyond a reasonable doubt
b. preponderance of the evidence
c. clear and convincing evidence
d. reasonable suspicion


b. preponderance of the evidence

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In the mid 1980's this organization published a landmark policy statement establishing that crime victims have the right to be treated with dignity and respect and the right to notification of the offenders' status which also included

recommendations to improve correctional-based victims' services ________. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Of the following, which is NOT a term or concept commonly found in labeling theories of crime?

a. Stigma b. Master status c. Self-fulfilling prophecy d. Real self

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The highest number of people in the custody of state correctional authorities from 1980–2009 was due to which type of offense?

a. property b. drug c. violent d. public order

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One standard to determine how police officers should act is the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, as promulgated by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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