What is shock probation?

a. a sentence aimed at scaring offenders into a life of conformity by showing them the realities of prison
b. a delay in a sentence in order to allow the defendant to perform a period of probation
c. a requirement that convicted people must serve a brief stay in jail prior to probation placement
d. a prison sentence imposed for crimes for which probation is normally not an option


a. a sentence aimed at scaring offenders into a life of conformity by showing them the realities of prison

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What constitutes a lawful arrest? What legal issues surround the arrest process?

What will be an ideal response?

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This type of child maltreatment occurs when a caretaker has failed to attend to a child’s basic needs.

A. neglect B. physical abuse C. psychological abuse D. sexual abuse

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Intermediate sanctions are used and afford the judge much leeway in punishing non-serious offenders

What will be an ideal response?

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Nearly all jurisdictions follow the approach of the _______________ bystander rule

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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