Matza’s ________ places far greater importance than differential association theory on the exercise of juveniles’ choices

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


Answer: drift theory

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General deterrence maintains that

a. by punishing actual offenders, potential offenders will decide not to break the law b. punishing as many as possible will deter crime c. harsh punishment will deter crime d. harsh laws and penalties will deter criminals

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The development what type of policies fixing minimum terms of imprisonment for certain offenses or types of offenders exemplify the expansion of punitive policies in the criminal justice system?

a. Death penalty b. Drug c. Mandatory minimum d. Domestic violence

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Lack of intent can be demonstrated by proving the occurrence of which of the following?

A) Actus reus B) Mens rea C) Entrapment D) Insanity E) Duress

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. A group that is larger in number that constitutes a whole part of a population and may be subjected to differential treatment is a minority group. 2. Hispanic is considered a race. 3. An individual admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent resident is an immigrant. 4. A refugee is any person who is outside his or her country of nationality who is unable or unwilling to return to that country because of persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution. 5. There are three major groups of undocumented or unauthorized immigrants within the U.S. borders.

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