Explain the difference between real evidence and testimonial evidence

What will be an ideal response?


• Testimonial Evidence
o Verbal evidence given by witnesses under oath.
o May take the form of lay witnesses or expert witnesses.
• Real Evidence
o Presented to the court in the form of exhibits.
o Includes any physical items—such as the murder weapon or a bloodstained piece of clothing—that affect the case.

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Officer Green believes that it is impossible to achieve the goals and objectives of the police department and concentrates his efforts on the concept of police loyalty and the mutual support of his fellow officers. According to Broderick, he would be considered a/an:

a. realist c. enforcer b. optimist d. idealist

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How do social control theories explain crime?

What will be an ideal response?

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The Violence Against Women Act is legislation to prevent

a. workplace violence. b. child access to firearms. c. stalking and domestic violence. d. the purchase of firearms by felons and other prohibited persons.

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The first, and best-known, intervention program to reduce bullying among school children was launched in _____

a. Germany b. Norway c. England d. Japan

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