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 his organization.He has been able to transfer enough money to break even on their mortgage.He is aware that he is breaking the law but 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 client. After he is caught,James quickly learns 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 fairness and protection of individual rights in the criminal justice system, and requires that the state prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This aligns with James' situation as he navigates the court system and learns about the burden of proof. The other options, such as the crime control model, do not as directly relate to James' experience in the justice system.

James Is a Vice President of a Local Banking Organization