______ are killings judged to be legally acceptable because they occurred in defense of life or property.

a. murders
b. criminal homicides
c. justifiable homicides
d. excusable homicides


c. justifiable homicides

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The first state to abolish parole in the United States was:

A) Maine. B) New Jersey. C) Pennsylvania. D) California.

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SIGINT is primarily performed by the:

a. DNI b. NOC c. CIA d. NSA

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What is a crime that is partial; unfinished; begun, but not completed?

a. Incorporated crime b. Partial crime c. Inchoate crime d. Incomprehensible crime

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Which category of hostage taker often requires the involvement of federal officials and is considered the most difficult for police officers?

A. political terrorists B. individuals who have committed a crime C. individuals with mental disorders D. prisoners

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