Why was the 1920s to the 1960s probably the most significant period in the development of policing in the United States?

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The foundations for the professionalization of law enforcement were established.

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All of the following are reasons for the felony murder rule EXCEPT ______.

a. deterrence b. resolution c. punishment d. prosecution

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The National Violence Against Women Survey conducted from November 1995 to May 1996 collected information on 8,000 women and 8,000 men about their experiences as victims of various forms of violence. The survey revealed that nearly ______ of female respondents and ______ of male respondents reported they were raped and/or physically assaulted by a current or former spouse, cohabitating partner, or date at some time in their lifetime.

a. 6%; 1.6% b. 15%; 11% c. 25%; 7.6% d. 35%; 10%

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Of all the forms of supervising offenders in the community, house arrest is the most common

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Applying Muir's tragic perspective, discuss "why there is crime." That is, generate a discussion of the multiple causes of crime that is centered on the idea that tragedy, chance, social circumstances, opportunity, and necessity all drive some people to behave in criminal ways.

What will be an ideal response?

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