It is generally agreed that the first true probation law was enacted in the United States in 1878 and grew out of the work of ________________, who is credited with being a "founder of probation" in America

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


John Augustus

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Crime, as asserted by strain theory, results from structural problems such as_______________

a. poverty b. lack of employment c. lack of education d. All of the above

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When involvement of a group is appropriate, the synergistic effect of group problem solving often leads to better results than does problem solving by an individual

a. True b. False

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The decrease in sworn personnel in some police departments and a lack of qualified applicants in others has resulted in the hiring of more ______ to assist sworn personnel with nonenforcement types of tasks.

a. reserves b. females and minorities c. younger adults d. civilians

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Which amendment guarantees a defendant's right to a speedy trial?

A. First Amendment B. Fourth Amendment C. Sixth Amendment D. Eighth Amendment

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