________ is the term commonly used to describe persistent repeat offenders who organize their lifestyle around criminality
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Career criminal/chronic offender
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According to Hugh Heclo, what are the three building blocks upon which our political system is shaped and formed?
a. first principles, motivation, and plan of action b. morality, ethics, and fidelity c. ideas, interests, and institutions d. beliefs, values, and mores e. none of the above.
Which of the following types of shoplifters supplement their legitimate income by stealing?
a. Snitch b. Shadow professional c. Fence d. Booster
Which of the following describes the concept of federalism?
A. retaliation or revenge as punishment for crimes B. application of a higher court’s precedent in lower courts C. decision of jurors after consideration of evidence D. division of power between national government and local governments
The police catch Tom after he robs a house and puts him in jail under suspicion. When taken to the court for arraignment the next day, they brief Tom about the charges filed against him. After this, Tom's attorney asks the court for bail. Because Tom has a prior criminal record, no job, and no family living in the area, the judge denies bail and rules that Tom must be in jail until sentencing. Before the case goes to trial, Tom is offered a plea bargain by the district attorney assigned to the case. Complying with the terms of the plea bargain, Tom pleads guilty and is sentenced to nine months in jail followed by a twelve-month probation period. According to the wedding cake model, Tom's crime can best be classified under ________.
A. layer 1 B. layer 2 C. layer 3 D. layer 4