What is Ballistics?

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The forensic ballistics unit receives and examines evidence related to firearms, firearm components, ammunition, ammunition components, tools, and toolmarks. Evidence in a typical case may include a number of recovered rifles, pistols, shotguns, silencers and other muzzle attachments, magazines, holsters, and a variety of fired and unfired cartridges.

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Which of the following has not been advanced as a criticism of RICO?

a. Its broad and sweeping language grants the state too much discretionary leeway b. It was never intended for use in prosecuting businessmen as "racketeers" c. Its forfeiture provisions are draconian and punitive and out of proportion to the offenses d. It places defense attorneys at a great advantage relative to prosecutors, due toweak enforcement provisions

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How to examine Evidence for Criminal Content?

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The primary treatment method used in therapeutic communities is

A. group therapy. B. individual counseling. C. casework. D. medical intervention.

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Following the requirements under a police department inventory policy, a police officer may be allowed sufficient latitude to determine whether a particular container found in a motor vehicle should or should not be opened based on the needs and

desires of the inventory officer. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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