Question 1

_____________consist of any substance that modifies biological, psychological, or social behavior. In particular, an illegal substance with those properties.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____________consist of any substance that modifies biological,...

Question 2

Define ethics and discuss how ethics in criminal justice are related to the concept of justice.

Accepted Answer

Ethics are the moral principles that gov

Question 3

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the chief of police.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The ability to choose between and among alternative courses of action is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  choice. 
B)  control. 
C)  discretion. 
D)  power. 
A)  choice. 
B)  control. 
C)  discretion. 
D)  power.

Question 5

In very personal crimes like rape and assault, victims and relatives are able to prosecute the offender instead of public officials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Case 1-2
Beth was arrested by the San Francisco Police Department for the crime of burglary. San Francisco is in the state of California. She is charged with a violation of state law. In the state of California, burglary is a felony.
-If the prosecutors decide to file formal charges against Beth, which court will Beth appear in?

Accepted Answer

A)  the federal district court located in the state of Arizona where Beth resides 
B)  the federal district court located in the area of California where Beth is alleged to have committed the crime 
C)  the state court of Arizona because that is where Beth resides 
D)  the state court of California because that is where Beth is alleged to have committed the crime 
A)  the federal district court located in the state of Arizona where Beth resides 
B)  the federal district court located in the area of California where Beth is alleged to have committed the crime 
C)  the state court of Arizona because that is where Beth resides 
D)  the state court of California because that is where Beth is alleged to have committed the crime

Question 7

In which step of the criminal justice system would Beth have her criminal trial?

Accepted Answer

A)  entry 
B)  pretrial services 
C)  adjudication 
D)  sanctions 
A)  entry 
B)  pretrial services 
C)  adjudication 
D)  sanctions

Question 8

The two most common models of how society decides which acts are criminal are the crime control and due process models.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

All drugs affect the brain, causing changes in emotions, perceptions, and behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which officers often police a state's natural resources and often oversee its firearm laws?

Accepted Answer

A)  fish, game, and watercraft officers 
B)  department of state security 
C)  highway patrol 
D)  sheriffs 
A)  fish, game, and watercraft officers 
B)  department of state security 
C)  highway patrol 
D)  sheriffs

Question 11

Police have become smarter and more disciplined over the past two decades.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the________ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of The chief law enforcement officer of most...

Question 13

Federalism refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  a system of government dominated by an all-powerful federal government. 
B)  a system of checks and balances within the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. 
C)  a system of government in which states are independent and self-governing. 
D)  a sharing of government powers by federal and state authorities. 
A)  a system of government dominated by an all-powerful federal government. 
B)  a system of checks and balances within the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. 
C)  a system of government in which states are independent and self-governing. 
D)  a sharing of government powers by federal and state authorities.

Question 14

Discretion is associated with the informal criminal justice process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

According to the conflict model, different segments of society have different value systems and shared norms and are engaged in a constant struggle to control society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

About _______of all American households possess at least one gun.

Accepted Answer

A)  75% 
B)  50% 
C)  30% 
D)  10% 
A)  75% 
B)  50% 
C)  30% 
D)  10%

Question 17

Discuss the concept of federalism and how it affects the organization and structure of the criminal justice system.

Accepted Answer

Federalism is a form of government in wh

Question 18

The due process model focuses more on the rights of the accused through formal, legal restraints on the police, courts, and corrections.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

This model emphasizes the right of society to be protected from crime and violent criminals.

Accepted Answer

A)  crime control model 
B)  due process model 
C)  consensus model 
D)  conflict model 
A)  crime control model 
B)  due process model 
C)  consensus model 
D)  conflict model

Question 20

Which would NOT be a sentence handed down by the judge in Beth's case if she were found guilty of the offense?

Accepted Answer

A)  probation 
B)  prison 
C)  parole 
D)  a work­release center 
A)  probation 
B)  prison 
C)  parole 
D)  a work­release center

_____________consist of any substance that modifies biological, psychological, or social behavior. In particular, an illegal substance with those properties.

Define ethics and discuss how ethics in criminal justice are related to the concept of justice.

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the chief of police.

The ability to choose between and among alternative courses of action is known as:

In very personal crimes like rape and assault, victims and relatives are able to prosecute the offender instead of public officials.

In which step of the criminal justice system would Beth have her criminal trial?

The two most common models of how society decides which acts are criminal are the crime control and due process models.

All drugs affect the brain, causing changes in emotions, perceptions, and behavior.

Which officers often police a state's natural resources and often oversee its firearm laws?

Police have become smarter and more disciplined over the past two decades.

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the________ .

Federalism refers to:

Discretion is associated with the informal criminal justice process.

According to the conflict model, different segments of society have different value systems and shared norms and are engaged in a constant struggle to control society.

About _______of all American households possess at least one gun.

Discuss the concept of federalism and how it affects the organization and structure of the criminal justice system.

The due process model focuses more on the rights of the accused through formal, legal restraints on the police, courts, and corrections.

This model emphasizes the right of society to be protected from crime and violent criminals.

Which would NOT be a sentence handed down by the judge in Beth's case if she were found guilty of the offense?

Measuring and Explaining Crime

Inside Criminal Law

Law Enforcement Today

Problems and Solutions in Modern Policing

Police and the Constitution--The Rules of Law Enforcement

Courts and the Quest for Justice

Pretrial Procedures and the Criminal Trial

Punishment and Sentencing

Probation and Intermediate Sanctions

Prisons and Jails

The Prison Experience and Prisoner Reentry

The Juvenile Justice System

Todays Challenges in Criminal Justice

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Exam 1: Criminal Justice Today

_____________consist of any substance that modifies biological, psychological, or social behavior. In particular, an illegal substance with those properties.

Define ethics and discuss how ethics in criminal justice are related to the concept of justice.

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the chief of police.

The ability to choose between and among alternative courses of action is known as:

In very personal crimes like rape and assault, victims and relatives are able to prosecute the offender instead of public officials.

In which step of the criminal justice system would Beth have her criminal trial?

The two most common models of how society decides which acts are criminal are the crime control and due process models.

All drugs affect the brain, causing changes in emotions, perceptions, and behavior.

Which officers often police a state's natural resources and often oversee its firearm laws?

Police have become smarter and more disciplined over the past two decades.

The chief law enforcement officer of most counties is the________ .

Federalism refers to:

Discretion is associated with the informal criminal justice process.

According to the conflict model, different segments of society have different value systems and shared norms and are engaged in a constant struggle to control society.

About _______of all American households possess at least one gun.

Discuss the concept of federalism and how it affects the organization and structure of the criminal justice system.

The due process model focuses more on the rights of the accused through formal, legal restraints on the police, courts, and corrections.

This model emphasizes the right of society to be protected from crime and violent criminals.

Which would NOT be a sentence handed down by the judge in Beth's case if she were found guilty of the offense?

Measuring and Explaining Crime

Inside Criminal Law

Law Enforcement Today

Problems and Solutions in Modern Policing

Police and the Constitution--The Rules of Law Enforcement

Courts and the Quest for Justice

Pretrial Procedures and the Criminal Trial

Punishment and Sentencing

Probation and Intermediate Sanctions

Prisons and Jails

The Prison Experience and Prisoner Reentry

The Juvenile Justice System

Todays Challenges in Criminal Justice

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