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Test Bank for Introduction to Criminal Justice 10e Robert M. Bohm, Keith N. Haley (Answers are at the End of Each Chapter)-As discussed in your textbook, the list of calls for police service in Portland, Oregon, shows which type of call for service to be the most common? A) burglar alarms B) unwanted persons C) violent offenses D) prisoner transportation 2) As an institution of social control, criminal justice differs from the family, schools, organized religion, the media, and the law in...

The purpose of bail is? - correct answer To guarantee appearance and a bail bond shall not be forfeited for any other reason. What are the three documents that a court clerk must provide to the professional bail agent when forfeiting a bond. - correct answer Judgment Nisi Scire Facias Copy of the Bench Warrant A Final Judgement is returnable for? - correct answer At least 90 days When can a bond be forfeited? - correct answer At the time of nonappearance (at the missed court date) ...

Mens Rea - Answer-The mental state a person must have been in while committing a crime for it to be intentional (guilty mind) Statue - Answer-Laws passed by NYS Legislator and signed by Governor Three branches of government - Answer-1) Executive (police) 2) Legislative (makes laws) 3) Judicial (courts) Two types of defenses - Answer-1) Self-defense 2) Affirmative defense Judge and their function - Answer-1) Rules on admissibility of evidence 2) Instruct jury on the law 3) Sent...

Criminal Justice 101 Questions and Answers Graded A+ What is the primary function of the criminal justice system? The criminal justice system aims to enforce laws, ensure public safety, and administer justice by investigating crimes, prosecuting offenders, and implementing corrections. What are the three main components of the criminal justice system? The criminal justice system consists of law enforcement (police), the courts (judiciary), and corrections (prisons, probation, and parole...

UPTP FLETC 1 Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectUPTP FLETC 1 Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectUPTP FLETC 1 Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectUPTP FLETC 1 Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectUPTP FLETC 1 Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct What are the rights and privileges of the 5th amendment? - ANSWER-The right to: 1. A jury trial when you're charged with a crime 2. Protection against double jeopardy 3. protection against self-incrimination 4. The right to a fair t...

Tort - CORRECT ANS A private or civil wrong or injury, other than a breach of contract. Preponderance of evidence - CORRECT ANS The amount of information needed to decide in favor of a party in a civil suit. It consists of more than fifty percent of the believable evidence in favor of the party's suit or defense. One more fact than the other party has established. Proof beyond a reasonable doubt - CORRECT ANS The amount of information needed to convict a person of a crime. It is enough e...

Which of the following is a risk factor in arrest situations? - ANSWER-Spectator support for the subject An operator may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle within ____ feet of a fire hydrant. - ANSWER-15 At least two reflectors on the rear of a motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer must be __________ in color. - ANSWER-red Eat enough calories to attain and ____________ desired body weight. - ANSWERmaintain What is the first thing an officer does during the "Scene Managemen...

Who can file and prosecute criminal charges against persons believed to have committed a crime? - Answer- County District Attorney or State Attorney General Defendant (in criminal case) - Answer- A person charged with a criminal offense In whose name are cases filed against a person charged with a criminal offense? - Answer- Cases are filed in the name of PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA against the person charged with a crime What are the US and CA Constitutional guarantees to one cha...

TLETA POST Test Study Material (Class 1943); Questions and Answers 100%Solved What is in the Bill of Rights? Correct answer First 10 amendments to the Constitution: 1. Freedom Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition Govt, Religion 2. Guns! 3 No quartering Soldiers unless you want to 4. Search and Seizure 5. right remain silent, grand jury indictment, due process of law, double jeopardy 6. due process- speedy trial, jury, counsel, venue 7. Civil Suits (exceed $20.00) 8. cruel/unusual punish...

Criminal Justice Questions and Answers Already Passed What is the primary function of the criminal justice system? The primary function is to maintain social order by enforcing laws, adjudicating criminal offenses, and ensuring justice through the prosecution, defense, and sentencing processes. How does the concept of "due process" impact criminal proceedings? Due process ensures that individuals are afforded fair treatment and legal protections throughout the criminal justice p...