The first statement of a child (12 and under who is the victim of a sexual or assaultive offense) made to a person 18 years of age or older is an exception to the hearsay rule and that person (known as the outcry) can testify directly in court as to what the child revealed to them.
a. True
b. False
Answer: a. True
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
As a way to save money, some states have contracted with ______ to house their prisoners.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following parties in the criminal justice system do not have to abide by ethical rules?
a. police officers b. the prosecutor c. the defense counsel d. the judge e. all of the above have to abide by ethical rules
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a. the type of intoxicant used. b. whether the defendant uses drugs or alcohol voluntarily. c. whether the consumption of intoxicant began prior to the crime. d. whether the defendant has prior convictions.