Question 1

The goal of the______________________perspective is to enable the offender to appreciate the damage caused tosociety and to the victim, to make amends, and to be reintegrated into the community.

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Question 2

In Florida, Chapter 782.04 of the Florida State Statutes explains the crime of murder. Section 1 of thestatute reads:782.04 Murder.-(1)(a) The unlawful killing of a human being:When perpetrated from apremeditated design to effect the death of the person killed or any human being.
-Which agency in the criminal justice system is responsible for the adjudication of the case if Samantha has beenarrested and charged with thecrime of murder

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The courts are responsible for adjudicating the case, meaning they will determine whether Samantha is guilty or not guilty of the crime of murder. The police may arrest Samantha and gather evidence, but they do not have the authority to determine guilt or innocence. The corrections system deals with individuals who have already been convicted and sentenced, and the legislature creates and amends laws but is not directly involved in the adjudication of individual cases.

Question 3

In Florida, Chapter 782.04 of the Florida State Statutes explains the crime of murder. Section 1 of thestatute reads:782.04 Murder.-(1)(a) The unlawful killing of a human being:When perpetrated from apremeditated design to effect the death of the person killed or any human being.
-Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing this statue

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The Executive branch is responsible for enforcing state statutes such as the murder law in Florida. However, day-to-day enforcement of the law is carried out by the police, who are part of the executive branch. Therefore, both choice C and D are correct. The Legislative branch creates and passes the statutes, while the Judicial branch interprets and enforces them through the court system.

Question 4

The____________________ is responsible for investigating alleged crimes, examining evidence, and issuingindictments.

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Question 5

Johnny was arrested for robbery. In his state robbery, is a second-degree felony, and Johnny can besentenced to up to 20 years in prison. Johnny has never been arrested before and is not familiar with thecriminal justice system.
-In some jurisdictions, the grand jury will determine whetherthere is sufficient evidence to support the continuedprosecution of a suspect. If the grand jury, in Johnny's case, determines there is sufficient evidence they willissue a true bill of:

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In Johnny's case, if the grand jury determines there is sufficient evidence to support the continued prosecution of him, they will issue an indictment, which is a formal accusation of a crime. Attainder is the act of convicting someone of a crime without a trial, certiorari is a legal order for a lower court to send records for review, and prosecution is the act of pursuing a legal case against someone. None of these choices fit the context of the question.

Question 6

Utilizing the concept of evidence-based justice discuss, which criminal justice programs are effectiveinreducing crime rates and offender recidivism.

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Question 7

The ___________________________ is the principle that in order to make an arrest in a misdemeanor, the arrestingofficer must have personally witnessed the crime being committed.

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Question 8

__________has provided a mechanism for the frustrated to vent their anger, for business leaders to maintain theirposition of wealth and power, and for those outside the economic mainstream to take a shortcut to the American dream.

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Question 9

Johnny was arrested for robbery. In his state robbery, is a second-degree felony, and Johnny can besentenced to up to 20 years in prison. Johnny has never been arrested before and is not familiar with thecriminal justice system.
-At what stage will the prosecution file a charging document against Johnny before a lower trial court

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Question 10

Decriminalization, deinstitutionalization, and pretrial diversion are favored by those adhering to the _____perspective

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Question 11

Johnny was arrested for robbery. In his state robbery, is a second-degree felony, and Johnny can besentenced to up to 20 years in prison. Johnny has never been arrested before and is not familiar with thecriminal justice system.
-Johnny was presented with the option of a reduction of his charges from a robbery to a burglary, and a sentence of5 years in prison instead of 20. This is an example of a plea bargain. What percentage of criminal cases are settledwith a plea bargain

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The majority of criminal cases in the United States are settled through plea bargains, with estimates ranging from 80% to 90%. Therefore, option D - 90 - is the best choice.

Question 12

Millions of misdemeanors, such as disorderly conduct, shoplifting, public drunkenness, and minor assaultcomprise Level________________of the criminal justice "wedding cake" which are handled by lower courts in anassembly-line fashion.

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Question 13

A society's ability to control individual behavior in order to serve the best interests and welfare of thesociety as awhole is known as ________________.

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Question 14

Describe the main components of the contemporary criminal justice system.

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Question 15

_______________ uses scientific method to determine whether criminal justice programs actually reducecrime rates and offender recidivism.

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Question 16

The purpose of the criminal__________________ is to gather enough evidence to identify a suspect and support alegal arrest.

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Question 17

How was crime present following the Civil War in the West

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Question 18

Johnny was arrested for robbery. In his state robbery, is a second-degree felony, and Johnny can besentenced to up to 20 years in prison. Johnny has never been arrested before and is not familiar with thecriminal justice system.
-If the arresting officer believes that sufficient evidence exists to charge Johnny with a crime to whom will the case be turned over next

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The case will be turned over to the prosecutor next, who will determine if there is sufficient evidence to formally charge Johnny with the crime and proceed with the case. The defense attorney, judge, and jury come into play later in the criminal justice process.

Question 19

In Florida, Chapter 782.04 of the Florida State Statutes explains the crime of murder. Section 1 of thestatute reads:782.04 Murder.-(1)(a) The unlawful killing of a human being:When perpetrated from apremeditated design to effect the death of the person killed or any human being.
-Which branch of government defined this law, determined that this is conduct that is prohibited, and establishedthe criminal penalties for those who violate this law

Accepted Answer

The Florida State Statutes are created and enacted by the Florida Legislature, which is the legislative branch of government. Therefore, it is the legislative branch that defined this law, determined that it is prohibited conduct, and established the criminal penalties for those who violate the law.

Question 20

Advocates of the______________________ perspective argue that the greatest concern of the justice systemshould be providing fair and equitable treatment to those accused of crime.

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Quiz 1: Crime and Criminal Justice