How can photographs combat mistakes made by witnesses?

What will be an ideal response?


A visual portrayal of the crime scene clearly adds a dimension to both the investigation and prosecution of the case that no other medium can emulate. In fact, without the benefit of pictures, a witness or juror may be influenced by past experiences, preconceptions, stereotypes, and biases in making decisions about a crime scene.

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Risk factors that explain violence and deviance in youth include:

a. Character risks. b. The presence of early aggressive behaviors. c. Family relationships and influences. d. All of the above

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An abstract concept that attempts to describe and explain certain phenomena is termed ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Advocates of this justice perspective argue that the justice system remains an adversarial process that pits the forces of the state against those of a solitary individual accused of a crime

a. Crime control b. Due process c. Nonintervention d. Rehabilitation

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According to social process theory, family has no significant effect on youths' delinquent or violent behavior

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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