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Wisconsin LE Academy Phase 1 Sample Questions with Complete Solutions
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Wisconsin LE Academy Phase 1 Sample 
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All specific requirements for law enforcement agencies to have certain mandatory policies are 
found in what? Wisconsin State Statutes 
 
Officers will terminate vehicle pursuits when the fleeing vehicle is no longer in sight. Ministerial 
or Discretionary? Ministerial 
 
During non-high risk vehicle contacts, officers will approach the subject vehicle from the left. 
Ministerial or Discretionary? Ministerial 
 
When a fle...
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Criminal Justice Test 1 Latest Update Graded A+
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What are the key differences between a felony and a misdemeanor? 
 A felony is a more serious crime, often punishable by imprisonment for over a year, while a 
misdemeanor is a less severe offense, typically resulting in a shorter jail sentence or fines. 
How do civil cases differ from criminal cases in the justice system? 
 Civil cases involve disputes between individuals or entities over legal responsibilities and 
damages, while criminal cases...
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Juvenile Justice UPDATED Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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Juvenile Justice UPDATED Exam Questions 
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When making decisions about juvenile offenders, intake officers have: 
a. no discretion. 
b. much discretion. 
c. only two choices, dismissal or juvenile court. 
d. the same power as juvenile court judges. - Correct ANSWER- b. much discretion. 
The power of a court to hear a particular case is called: 
a. discretion. 
b. court power. 
c. jurisdiction. 
d. parens patriae. - Correct ANSWER- c. jurisdiction.
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Comparative Law Exam 1 Question Responses
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Comparative Law Exam 1 Question Responses 
 
1. What are the major similarities/differences between the French Civil Code (1804) and the 
German Civil Code (1896)? - The French Civil Code was established after the French 
revolution when French society and politics were undergoing radical changes - revolutionaries 
wanted to get rid of the legal profession (judges and lawyers) because they were seen as part of 
the elitist oppressive class that represented the will of the monarchy. Lawyers were ...
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SOC 389 Chapter 2, 3, &16 Questions with Complete Solutions
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Decision making and discretion mark each stage of the criminal justice process. Thus, the criminal justice system is similar to an ________. Correct Answer-assembly line 
 
At a defendant's arraignment, formal charges are read, the accused is informed of _______, _____ is considered and a _______ is set. Correct Answer-constitutional rights 
bail 
trial date 
 
Patterns of cooperation among judges, prosecutors, and public defenders are referred to as the ______________. Correct Answer-courtroom...
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Criminal Justice Chapter 1 Questions and Answers 100% Pass
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What are the three main components of the criminal justice system? 
 The criminal justice system is made up of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. 
How does the concept of "due process" influence the criminal justice system? 
 Due process ensures that individuals receive fair treatment through the legal system, 
including rights such as a fair trial, legal representation, and protection against selfincrimination. 
What is t...
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Criminal Justice Questions and Answers Already Passed
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What is the role of plea bargaining in the criminal justice system? 
 Plea bargaining allows defendants to negotiate a reduced sentence or lesser charge in 
exchange for a guilty plea, helping to expedite the legal process and reduce the burden on courts. 
How does restorative justice differ from traditional punitive approaches? 
 Restorative justice focuses on repairing the harm caused by crime by involving victims, 
offenders, and the com...
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SWIC Police Academy TEST 3 questions with correct answers
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all of the above CORRECT ANSWER Qualifies as abuse under Illinois domestic statue 
 
Family or household members does not include? CORRECT ANSWER Neighbors 
 
3 Types of order protections? CORRECT ANSWER Emergency: 14 Days 
Interim: 30 Days 
Plenary: 2-Years 
 
Emergency OP CORRECT ANSWER court order that prohibits an abuser from certain behaviors. Illinois judges have discretion to consider the unique circumstances of each case and may prohibit many behaviors, including, Entering a victim's re...
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ACT 120: CLASS 20-01 CERT TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, RATED A+
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Power 
Power is derived from the constitutional authority of government 
 
 
Police Power 
The power of the police is a product of the police power of the state. 
 
 
Law of Arrest 
1. Officer may arrest/ felony based upon prob cause 
2. Officer may arrest/ misdemeanor when the offense is committed in officer's presence 
3. Officer may arrest/ summary offense when committed in officer's presence 
 
 
Father of modern policing 
Sir Robert Peel 
 
 
Who holds Formal Investigative Power in the co...
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American Government CLEP Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers
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American Government CLEP Exam 
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Federalism - answerA system in which the power to govern is shared between national and 
state governments 
Dual / Layer Cake Federalism - answerA system in which national and state governments are 
competitors with distinct powers. This system was prominent in the US from the during the 19th 
century until 1937. 
Cooperative / Marble Cake Federalism - answerA system in which national and state 
government have shared or overlap...
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