The death penalty is an example of a means to achieve which of the following goals:

a. incapacitation.
b. deterrence.
c. punishment.
d. rehabilitation.
e. A, B, and C only.


Answer: e

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A. only for those who purchase guns from gun shows. B. for applicants who wish to become federally licensed firearms dealers. C. only for applicants who have a history of procuring firearms. D. for those who purchase guns from federally licensed firearms dealers.

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One of the reasons the exclusionary rule has such limited impact is that

a. most defendants agree to a plea bargain before relying on this loophole b. most judges are on the side of the police not the defendant c. a good lead about a suspect solves more crimes than physical evidence d. it does not apply until a suspect is questioned rather than at the time of an arrest

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When biological samples of unknown origin are discovered at a crime scene, what should investigators do?

a. Assume no pathogens are present and treat the samples accordingly b. Allow only trained hazardous material teams to handle the evidence c. Package the samples in plastic bags d. Assume pathogens are present and treat the samples accordingly

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Most state correctional facilities hold fewer than 500 inmates, although some might exceed 2,500 prisoners

a. True b. False

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