Which of the following is considered to be the highest burden of proof under the law?

a. clear and convincing evidence
b. probable cause
c. preponderance of the evidence
d. beyond a reasonable doubt


d. beyond a reasonable doubt

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What will be an ideal response?

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The Supreme Court has ruled that consistent with the Sixth Amendment

A. A petty crime for purposes of a right to a jury is a crime punishable for a year or less B. A state can prohibit a jury trial for juvenile delinquency adjudications C. A state felony jury must consist of 12 persons D. The verdict in a felony jury trial must be unanimous

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Identify the concept which means that individuals in society have two basic needs, freedom and security, that they try to hold in some sort of balance

A) Social Contract B) Adversary system C) Stare decisis D) Venue E) Accessory

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A police officer starts a chess club for local kids to keep them occupied after school. Which type of policing style is this?

A. Problem-oriented policing B. Traditional policing C. Intelligence-led policing D. Community policing

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