Imagine that you are a new actor in a federal court. You are encouraged to think about all of the good you could contribute to on the state and local level. You know that by interpreting the requirements of federal law-especially the U.S. Constitution-the federal courts set the parameters for the operation of the criminal justice system so that police, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges honor the individual rights and liberties guaranteed in Constitution throughout all phases of the criminal justice process from the initial investigation by police to sentencing the offender.The Supreme Court, in particular, has a profound impact on the administration of criminal justice. What is an example of such an impact, and what more do you feel that you could be done in the future? As an
actor in a federal court, how can your efforts make their way to the Supreme Court?
What will be an ideal response?
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a. Afraid they will not be believed b. Unaware that a crime has occurred c. Do not want to be mistreated by criminal justice personnel d. Do not feel the crime is worthy of reporting
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What will be an ideal response?