What is the most likely cause of the different institutionalization patterns for boys and girls?
A. statistical differences in the types of crimes committed
B. different socioeconomic classes for male and female offenders
C. societal biases toward "protecting" girls
D. a predominance of male lawyers and judges
C. societal biases toward "protecting" girls
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A. metropolitan areas. B. cities outside of metropolitan areas. C. rural counties. D. None of the above.
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What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following individuals created the marks system?
A. Maconochie B. Brockway C. Crofton D. None of these
Which of the following is a frequent criticism of sex offender registration laws?
a. The wrong people can sometimes end up on the registry. b. The list is difficult for the public to find. c. The laws are too lenient on offenders. d. Some offenders refuse to be listed. e. The laws discourage vigilantism.