Assume you were a member of Congress and wish to pass a bill declaring murder of any American citizen a federal crime. Which provision of the Constitution would you use for a jurisdictional basis?

What will be an ideal response?


Recognize the limitations imposed by the Constitution. Any proposal would need to be tied to an enumerated power of Congress. The broadest possible basis would be the commerce clause. Other powers of Congress would likely limited the desired broader application of the proposed murder statutes. If the commerce clause is to serve as the basis, the student should be prepared to discuss the limitations imposed by U.S. v. Lopez.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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Explain how the Positive School differs from the Classical School on its explanation of criminality.

What will be an ideal response?

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According to the Children's Defense Fund, ______ is the largest predictor of child abuse and neglect.

A. economic resources B. parental education C. parental substance abuse D. parents were abused as well

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