What are the two ways that judges can address a situation where they decide that precedent is no longer valid and should not be followed?

What will be an ideal response?


They can ignore or overrule the earlier case

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Mentally ill offenders are generally deterred by typical punishment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Redlichs’ (2007) research suggests that what percentage of prison inmates with mental illnesses have made confessions that are false?

a. 58%; b. 27%; c. 22%; d. 35%.

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The most frequently used source for compiling a master jury list are __________ lists.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Left realism emphasizes the development of realistic social policies out of radical ideas

a. True b. False

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