A declaration following a trial that the individual accused of the crime is innocent is called a(n) __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


acquittal

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Communitarianism argues that we have not gone far enough in asking citizens to fulfill their responsibility to the community

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Sodomy or anal penetration does not fit into the strict definition of rape

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Robert Martinson's famous "What Works?" essay basically stated that:

A. rehabilitation did not work to lower recidivism rates. B. rehabilitation was the best method to lower recidivism rates. C. tough on crime laws did not lower recidivism. D. reintegration of offenders is the more effective way to lower recidivism rates.

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Evidence obtained unlawfully may be used at trial to impeach the credibility of _____.

A) a nonexpert defense witness B) an expert defense witness C) a nonexpert prosecution witness D) the defendant

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