Which theory views family and peers as primary influences on criminal activity?
a. Control theory
b. Labeling theory
c. Learning theory
d. Conflict theory
c
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What evidence may be found in vacuum sweepings or fingernail scrapings that could assist in linking the victim, suspect, and any crime scenes?
What will be an ideal response?
A reclusive individual leaves home following a television documentary on the biblical sins of man over the ages. He decides to shoot randomly at persons in his neighborhood as he claims he was inspired by the show to “cleanse the area”. The suspect would most accurately be classified as a(n)
a. criminal
b. terrorist
c. lone-wolf avenger
d. anarchist
Which of the following has not been a factor in the recent growth of the private security industry?
A. Budgetary constraints upon the states B. Fear of crime C. An increase in the number of people wanting to become police officers D. An increase in crimes in the workplace E. An increase in public and business awareness
The ratio of minority custody to white custody in the juvenile system is 2.6 to 1
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false