Legal Studies

The voluntariness rule no longer applies to confessions.

The voluntariness rule no longer applies to confessions.

The voluntariness rule no longer applies to confessions.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

bla32104   23   1 Reply

fuzzycoconut20

What is meant by early-onset offending, and what may be some causes of chronicity? What will be ...

What is meant by early-onset offending, and what may be some causes of chronicity? What will be ...

What is meant by early-onset offending, and what may be some causes of chronicity?
 
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gltech99   23   1 Reply

Kingdomcastle

As the only crime contained therein, the U.S. Constitution defines _________ as levying war against ...

As the only crime contained therein, the U.S. Constitution defines _________ as levying war against ...

As the only crime contained therein, the U.S. Constitution defines _________ as levying war against the United States or adhering to their Enemies, giving them Aid and Comfort..
 
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stu.nehagupta   23   2 Replies

stu.nehagupta

Discuss the nature and extent of stalking. Who is most likely to be stalked, and why? What will ...

Discuss the nature and extent of stalking. Who is most likely to be stalked, and why? What will ...

Discuss the nature and extent of stalking. Who is most likely to be stalked, and why?
 
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19zbell   23   2 Replies

19zbell

Who is most likely to engage in workplace violence?

Who is most likely to engage in workplace violence?

Who is most likely to engage in workplace violence?
 
  a. a middle-aged white female facing termination
  b. a middle-aged white male facing termination
  c. a middle-aged minority female facing termination
  d. a middle-ag

jeddsn   23   2 Replies

jeddsn

What is the current position of the U.S. Supreme Court on the reliability and admissibility of ...

What is the current position of the U.S. Supreme Court on the reliability and admissibility of ...

What is the current position of the U.S. Supreme Court on the reliability and admissibility of polygraph evidence? Do you think polygraph evidence should be admissible in court? Why or why not? Explain your position.
 
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Rhileybrooke2   23   1 Reply

123qwer121

The reliability of breathalyzer tests has long been recognized in courts, but legal issues persist ...

The reliability of breathalyzer tests has long been recognized in courts, but legal issues persist ...

The reliability of breathalyzer tests has long been recognized in courts, but legal issues persist about the fairness of their administration and adherence to procedures prescribed by state law.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate

Kfields37   23   1 Reply

lil ricky

To satisfy the requirements of ________________, guilty actions must be voluntary.

To satisfy the requirements of ________________, guilty actions must be voluntary.

To satisfy the requirements of ________________, guilty actions must be voluntary.
 
  a. mala reus b. mala prohibitum
   c. actus reus d. mens rea

slashbro   23   1 Reply

lachaison

This man argued that the deviant is one to whom that label has successfully been applied, meaning ...

This man argued that the deviant is one to whom that label has successfully been applied, meaning ...

This man argued that the deviant is one to whom that label has successfully been applied, meaning that those who hold power will reflect the opinions and perceptions of others.
 
  a. Keith Bell b. Albert Cohen
   c. Michael Heise d.

riley.hively   23   1 Reply

ginam19pj

He cannot rely on the eyewitness testimony because it

He cannot rely on the eyewitness testimony because it

He cannot rely on the eyewitness testimony because it
 
  a. is highly unreliable.
  b. takes at least three witnesses to constitutionally identify the suspect.
  c. is not enough for probable cause.
  d. is the requirement

GIVEMEAWNSERFUC   23   1 Reply

miri

Discuss the implications of the California v. Ciraolo decision for law enforcement. Do you think the ...

Discuss the implications of the California v. Ciraolo decision for law enforcement. Do you think the ...

Discuss the implications of the California v. Ciraolo decision for law enforcement. Do you think the results of this decision have had a positive or negative impact for law enforcement? Have they had a positive or negative impact for constitutional r

aj20386   23   1 Reply

sej011

Is defined as the giving up of a thing or item absolutely, without limitation as to any particular ...

Is defined as the giving up of a thing or item absolutely, without limitation as to any particular ...

is defined as the giving up of a thing or item absolutely, without limitation as to any particular person or purpose.
 
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lavagirl   23   1 Reply

Greygoos3

The area to which extends the intimate activity associated with the sanctity of a man's home, and ...

The area to which extends the intimate activity associated with the sanctity of a man's home, and ...

The area to which extends the intimate activity associated with the sanctity of a man's home, and the privacies of life is known as:
 
  a. open fields.
  b. opens spaces.
  c. curtilage.
  d. common area.

Naf87   23   2 Replies

Naf87

The right to privacy is NOT a constitutional right.

The right to privacy is NOT a constitutional right.

The right to privacy is NOT a constitutional right.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

gltech99   23   1 Reply

Madiy

In the absence of shell casings, and if there are no persons around the vehicle, the officers:

In the absence of shell casings, and if there are no persons around the vehicle, the officers:

In the absence of shell casings, and if there are no persons around the vehicle, the officers:
 
  a. must obtain a search warrant before they can look in the car.
  b. may not touch the vehicle, but must wait for a tow truck.
 

ade_tpy99   23   1 Reply

FATTAH KAYU

Using the guidelines, in sequence, that were set in Terry v. Ohio, create a police department ...

Using the guidelines, in sequence, that were set in Terry v. Ohio, create a police department ...

Using the guidelines, in sequence, that were set in Terry v. Ohio, create a police department procedure for stopping and frisking an individual. Be specific
 
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riley.hively   23   2 Replies

riley.hively

Stops based on race alone are not valid, but there is disagreement whether race can be taken as one ...

Stops based on race alone are not valid, but there is disagreement whether race can be taken as one ...

Stops based on race alone are not valid, but there is disagreement whether race can be taken as one factor in determining reasonable suspicion for a stop. Under what circumstances should race be allowed as one factor in determining reasonable suspici

brunex16013   23   1 Reply

Komall

A frisk is limited to a pat-down of a person's outer clothing.

A frisk is limited to a pat-down of a person's outer clothing.

A frisk is limited to a pat-down of a person's outer clothing.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

typhoon01   23   2 Replies

typhoon01

A fishing expedition is to see if some type of usable evidence can be found on the suspect.

A fishing expedition is to see if some type of usable evidence can be found on the suspect.

A fishing expedition is to see if some type of usable evidence can be found on the suspect.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

slashbro   23   1 Reply

warm z

Reasonable suspicion can be based on a tip from an informer only if the tip:

Reasonable suspicion can be based on a tip from an informer only if the tip:

Reasonable suspicion can be based on a tip from an informer only if the tip:
 
  a. satisfies both prongs on the Aguilar two-prong test.
  b. carries some indicia of reliability.
  c. is anonymous.
  d. is from an informant

Sauce1387   23   1 Reply

agollub

Which of the following is an alternative to the exclusionary rule?

Which of the following is an alternative to the exclusionary rule?

Which of the following is an alternative to the exclusionary rule?
 
  a. A civil tort action against the government
  b. An independent review board in the executive branch
  c. Adoption of an expanded good faith exception

Yvonne98   23   1 Reply

alex123

In order for a person to invoke the exclusionary rule, they must have:

In order for a person to invoke the exclusionary rule, they must have:

In order for a person to invoke the exclusionary rule, they must have:
 
  a. standing.
  b. jurisdiction.
  c. venue.
  d. comity.

slashbro   23   1 Reply

ltauzzy

The U.S. Supreme Court has stated that probable cause requires only the probability and not a prima ...

The U.S. Supreme Court has stated that probable cause requires only the probability and not a prima ...

The U.S. Supreme Court has stated that probable cause requires only the probability and not a prima ________ showing.
 
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Basketball1121   23   2 Replies

Basketball1121

Both stops and arrests are ________ of persons. (Fill in the blank)

Both stops and arrests are ________ of persons. (Fill in the blank)

Both stops and arrests are ________ of persons.
 
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cnv02   23   1 Reply

Yeheye

Probable cause can be established in ________ways. (Fill in the blank)

Probable cause can be established in ________ways. (Fill in the blank)

Probable cause can be established in ________ways.
 
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timmmmy   23   1 Reply

isabellafj

What is Officer Adams seeking to obtain by observing the apartment and picking up the baggie?

What is Officer Adams seeking to obtain by observing the apartment and picking up the baggie?

What is Officer Adams seeking to obtain by observing the apartment and picking up the baggie?
 
  a. Corroborating evidence
  b. Clear and convincing evidence
  c. Reasonable suspicion
  d. None of the answers are correct.

Shaquantta   23   1 Reply

Beula74

The original term man of reasonable caution refers to:

The original term man of reasonable caution refers to:

The original term man of reasonable caution refers to:
 
  a. police officers.
  b. the average man on the street..
  c. judges.
  d. university professors.

jdubes   23   1 Reply

The Truth

Which case established that there is no requirement under the Fourth Amendment that the offense ...

Which case established that there is no requirement under the Fourth Amendment that the offense ...

Which case established that there is no requirement under the Fourth Amendment that the offense establishing probable cause for an arrest be closely related to or based on the same conduct as the offense for which the defendant was initially suspecte

SDINIC89   23   1 Reply

agollub

In U.S. v. Leon, the U.S. Supreme Court held that information five months old was stale and could ...

In U.S. v. Leon, the U.S. Supreme Court held that information five months old was stale and could ...

In U.S. v. Leon, the U.S. Supreme Court held that information five months old was stale and could not be used to establish:
 
  a. reasonable suspicion.
  b. arrest probable cause.
  c. proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
  d.

sarweston   23   1 Reply

sej011

Discuss the differences between an indictment and an information. What are the merits and downfalls ...

Discuss the differences between an indictment and an information. What are the merits and downfalls ...

Discuss the differences between an indictment and an information. What are the merits and downfalls of each? Which would you prefer if being charged in a criminal case? Why?
 
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litty 123   23   1 Reply

Komall

When bail is posted the person is kept under detention until such time as he or she can be brought ...

When bail is posted the person is kept under detention until such time as he or she can be brought ...

When bail is posted the person is kept under detention until such time as he or she can be brought before a magistrate.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

hay456   23   1 Reply

bleachvt

_______________ is a procedure used by either party in a case to obtain information in the hands of ...

_______________ is a procedure used by either party in a case to obtain information in the hands of ...

_______________ is a procedure used by either party in a case to obtain information in the hands of the other party.
 
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sms4lyfe   23   1 Reply

Tskotar

The writ by which convicts challenge their convictions after exhausting all their appeals is:

The writ by which convicts challenge their convictions after exhausting all their appeals is:

The writ by which convicts challenge their convictions after exhausting all their appeals is:
 
  a. mandamus.
  b. habeas corpus.
  c. quo warranto.
  d. execution.

jdubes   23   1 Reply

Tskotar

The written accusation prepared by a prosecutor is called a/an:

The written accusation prepared by a prosecutor is called a/an:

The written accusation prepared by a prosecutor is called a/an:
 
  a. capias.
  b. indictment.
  c. bill of attainder.
  d. information.

WadeChl   23   2 Replies

WadeChl

The balance during emergency times tips toward the protection of individual liberty.

The balance during emergency times tips toward the protection of individual liberty.

The balance during emergency times tips toward the protection of individual liberty.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Drea Anna   23   1 Reply

tiinabrown49

Sentences determined under sentencing guidelines are based primarily on a combination of the:

Sentences determined under sentencing guidelines are based primarily on a combination of the:

Sentences determined under sentencing guidelines are based primarily on a combination of the:
 
  a. seriousness of the crime and the offender's age.
  b. seriousness of the crime and the harm caused to the victim.
  c. offender'

hay456   23   1 Reply

applebeeds

Preliminary hearings are adversary proceedings.

Preliminary hearings are adversary proceedings.

Preliminary hearings are adversary proceedings.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

sarweston   23   1 Reply

ninja320

With respect to the exclusionary rule, the Constitution specifically includes it in the Fourth ...

With respect to the exclusionary rule, the Constitution specifically includes it in the Fourth ...

With respect to the exclusionary rule, the Constitution specifically includes it in the Fourth Amendment.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

jordant.22   23   1 Reply

Caellis1962

The dissent in Herring v. U.S. (2009) argued that the exclusionary rule should apply to a search ...

The dissent in Herring v. U.S. (2009) argued that the exclusionary rule should apply to a search ...

The dissent in Herring v. U.S. (2009) argued that the exclusionary rule should apply to a search conducted pursuant to an arrest warrant that was later discovered to have been recalled months earlier because:
 
  a. there was reason to bel

aphalfi   23   1 Reply

awintinedebbie1

The deterrence rationale for the exclusionary rule is:

The deterrence rationale for the exclusionary rule is:

The deterrence rationale for the exclusionary rule is:
 
  a. concerned with deterring judges who issue bad warrants.
  b. no longer the primary justification for the rule.
  c. based on the belief that excluding good evidence be

bezel   23   2 Replies

bezel