A serious offense, such as rape, murder, or robbery, punishable by a prison sentence or death, is referred to as a(n): __________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


felony

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Which of the following is a difference between male offenders and female offenders?

A. Female offenders are much less likely than male offenders to have committed a violent offense. B. Most female inmates are over the age of forty, whereas most male inmates are under the age of forty. C. Female offender are much less likely than male offenders to have been victims of physical abuse. D. Male inmates rely on social networks, whereas female inmates tend to create an environment that bears little relation to life on the outside.

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The "Administrative Maximum" prison, or ADX, located in Florence, Colorado, is

a. the only federal supermax in the country. b. the only supermax prison facility in the nation. c. being closed down, as supermax institutions have been found to be cruel and unusual. d. less costly to operate than any known non-supermax institution.

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Which of the following is an explanation as to why individuals may behave unethical?

A. Personal gain B. Out of selfishness C. Official deviance D. All of these

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A justice of the peace court provides an example of a trial court of general jurisdiction

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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