Shoplifting is an example of a status offense.

What will be an ideal response?


FAlse (shoplifting is a criminal offense not a status offense) (status offense only apply to juvenile offenders)

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Rapid improvements in correctional system efficiency have contributed to the population boom in prisons

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The Girls Inc. program ________ aims to increase the interest and abilities of girls in math, science, and technology

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

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Classification is now used for taking all the below actions except one, which one?

a. Making decisions about sentences. b. Placement of offenders in community or institutional settings. c. Developing an appropriate visitor's list for offenders. d. Deciding on types of programs or services needed by offenders.

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For a consent search to be valid, the police officer does not have to advise the suspect of his or her Miranda rights

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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