James is a vice president of a local banking organization. He and his wife have been in danger of foreclosure on their home after his wife lost her job last year. James recently found out that he can transfer a small percentage of his client's earnings into his own account without drawing the attention of those in power at the organization. He has been able to transfer enough money to break even on their mortgage. He is aware that he is breaking the law; however, he does not see his crime as being on the same scale as a violent crime. He is also aware that if he is caught, the criminal justice system will go easy on him because he is a first-time offender. James is quickly educated on how to navigate the court system. He is made aware that the state must prove that he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. This is known as the _____ model.

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James is a vice president of a local banking organization.  He and his wife have been in danger of foreclosure on their home after his wife lost her job last year.  James recently found out that he can transfer a small percentage of his client's earnings into his own account without drawing the attention of those in power at the organization.  He has been able to transfer enough money to break even on their mortgage.  He is aware that he is breaking the law; however, he does not see his crime as being on the same scale as a violent crime.  He is also aware that if he is caught, the criminal justice system will go easy on him because he is a first-time offender. James is quickly educated on how to navigate the court system.  He is made aware that the state must prove that he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.  This is known as the _____ model.

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The due process model emphasizes the rights of the individual and ensures that the state must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, protecting individuals from wrongful convictions.

James Is a Vice President of a Local Banking Organization