African American and Hispanic females are less likely to receive jail sentences than are white female inmates

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


False

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Identify and describe the three characteristics that determine the deterrent effectiveness of a punishment. Also, identify which of the characteristics, if any, hold more importance than the others

What will be an ideal response?

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A disease of the liver that reduces the effectiveness of the body's system of removing toxins is called ___________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Recent public polls show that Americans support longer sentences and less rehabilitation

a. True b. False

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Which case did the U.S. Supreme Court hold that the state must provide counsel to those who cannot afford to hire one for themselves?

a. Berger v. United States (1935) b. Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) c. Argersinger v. Hamlin (1972) d. United States v. Zolin (1989)

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