A _____ refers to a court decision that furnishes an example or authority for deciding subsequent cases involving similar facts.

A. parole
B. precedent
C. tort
D. revocation


Answer: B

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

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What is Dimethyltryptamine (DMT)?

a. a long-acting version of psilocybin b. produces safer acute effects than LSD c. is the only hallucinogen that must be injected d. is a short-acting version of LSD

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Let’s say the “big rig” is in a state where use of marijuana for medical purposes is permitted, and some of Vito’s patrons have state-issued medical marijuana cards. According to a 2005 Supreme Court decision:

a. Federal authorities will be completely prohibited from charging Vito with a drug crime because local law permits the consumption of marijuana for medical purposes. b. Federal authorities can still enforce the Controlled Substances Act in spite of local law permitting use of marijuana for medical purposes. c. Federal authorities will need to invoke the Mann Act in order to engender a successful prosecution for the marijuna possession. d. State authorities must provide consent in order for federal authorities to place Vito under arrest for possession of marijuana.

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Target-reduction strategies are designed to reduce the value of crime to potential criminals,

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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