While the adult system pronounces a sentence on an offender, what is the terminology used for the same process in the juvenile court?

A. petition
B. verdict
C. disposition
D. adjustment


C. disposition

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a. True b. False

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Compare and contrast libel, group libel, slander, defamation, and seditious speech

What will be an ideal response?

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Intoxication couldreduce, for example, what would otherwise be a first-degree murder conviction to one for second-degree murder

a. True b. False

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Non-White inmates are more likely to be victimized by:

a. Other inmates b. Visitors c. Administrators d. Correctional officers

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