What amendments does the void-for-vagueness doctrine violate?
Ans: The 5th and 14th amendment -- denial of life and liberty without due process
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a. more, less b. less, less c. less, more d. more, more
All of the following reflect the approach the courts use in determining reliability of informants to establish probable cause, except:
a. Eye witnesses to an event are presumed reliable, and their reports may constitute probable cause. b. Victims are presumed reliable, and their reports may constitute probable cause. c. Reports of police officers are considered credible and may constitute probable cause. d. Reports of informants are considered reliable and may constitute probable cause.
A case is said to have convictability when the accused is obviously innocent or when the evidence is negligible
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
One advantage of high incarceration rates, some propose, is:
a. Victims of crime report feeling more satisfied with the justice system. b. All felons are required to pay restitution to their victims. c. A significant drop in the country's crimes rates. d. A decreased fear of crime in American society.