It has been argued that low IQ increases the likelihood of delinquent behavior through its effect on school performance
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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The psychosocial systems model stresses that abuse results from interactions external to the family
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is true of substance abuse among juvenile offenders?
A. Nearly all young offenders entering juvenile detention self-report drug use at some point in their lives. B. Very few juvenile detainees test positive for drug use at the time of their offense. C. Less than 20 percent of young offenders entering juvenile detention have used drugs in the previous six months. D. Substance abuse is a cause of delinquent behavior among juvenile offenders rather than one of its forms.
Identify the evidence offered by the prosecutor in response to the defendant's proof
A) Alibi defense B) Insanity defense C) Rebuttal D) Self defense
If the brakes of a vehicle unexpectedly fail without warning, causing a crash that kills a passenger, the driver could defend against a charge of manslaughter by claiming
(a) duress. (b) mistake of fact. (c) accident or misfortune. (d) unconsciousness.