MET CJ 64009

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Which of the following is not one of the four factors that make governing prisons
different from administering other public institutions?
a. the effects of total power
b. the limitation on the rewards and punishment officials can use
c. the increase of rehabilitative programs and incentives
d. the co-optation of correctional officers by inmates through exchange relationships
e. the strength of inmate leadership
The term "hate crime" refers to:
a. violent crimes motivated by a bias against individuals of a particular race, ethnicity,
sexuality, or religion
b. all crimes motivated by a bias against individuals of a particular race, ethnicity,
sexuality, or religion
c. only crimes in which a bias against individuals of a particular race, ethnicity,
sexuality, or religion is verbally expressed
d. all violent crimes in which the perpetrator and victim are of two different races
e. all violent crimes in which the perpetrator is sufficiently angered to be incapable of
acting rationally
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The contemporary Supreme Court endorses the actions of law enforcement and
a. defense attorneys
b. prosecutors
c. judges
d. corrections
e. defense attorneys
The right to counsel in felony cases was applied to the states in the landmark case of:
a. Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
b. Weeks v. United States (1914)
c. Barron v. Baltimore (1833)
d. Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
e. Furman v. Georgia (1972)
Defendants are presumed innocent until proved:
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a. innocent
b. nolo contendere
c. guilty
d. responsible
The conditional release of an inmate from incarceration, under supervision, after part of
the prison sentence has been served is referred to as:
a. probation
b. parole
c. incarceration
d. reentry
e. intensive supervision probation
Natalie Sims has been charged with possession of marijuana in California. Ms. Sims is
confused by this charge because she suffers from multiple sclerosis and has a
prescription for medical marijuana, which is legal in California. She feels sure this has
all been a mistake and does not see the need to retain an attorney for her upcoming
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court date.
If Natalie had been charged with possession of marijuana in North Carolina, where all
use of marijuana is illegal, which court would hear her case?
a. North Carolina District Court
b. Federal Court
c. Magistrate Court
d. Depends on the arresting jurisdiction
e. US Supreme Court
Henry Fielding organized a group of "thief takers" to pursue and arrest law breakers,
which became known as:
a. the Fielding Brother's Volunteer Group
b. the Bow Street Runners
c. the Amateur Police Force
d. Henry and John's Police Department
e. New England Runners
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This is the unit of a police department that receives and investigates complaints alleging
violation of rules and policies on the part of officers.
a. SWAT
b. school resource
c. internal affairs
d. patrol
e. traffic
Chris Michaels has been charged with rape and murder. He was arrested two days ago,
and has been questioned several times by three different detectives. Chris requested an
attorney at each interrogation immediately after his rights were read to him no avail.
Chris informs the police that he will admit that he killed the victim because the
detectives have botched the case and he is going to walk free. Most likely this
confession will be:
a. Introduced into evidence
b. Excluded
c. Accepted with revisions
d. Introduced, but then excluded
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This US Supreme Court case originally ruled that the protections of the Bill of Rights
apply only to the actions of the federal government.
a. Robinson v. California (1962)
b. The Queen v. Dudley and Stephens (1884)
c. Barron v. Baltimore (1833)
d. Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
e. Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
These inmates will most likely be alienated from the rest of the population and targeted
for abuse because they have violated the inmate code:
a. punk
b. wolf
c. hack
d. screw
e. dude
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When there is an immediate threat to public safety or the risk that evidence will be
destroyed , officers may search, arrest, or question suspects without obtaining a warrant.
a. Exigent circumstances
b. Exclusionary rule
c. Due process
d. Totality of circumstances
e. Probable cause
A drug treatment program in which offenders must visit for daily drug testing would be
classified as:
a. intensive supervision probation
b. a halfway house
c. home confinement
d. community service
e. a day reporting center
In the case of Kyllo v. United States, police used a thermal imaging camera to determine
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if suspects living in a house were:
a. Growing marijuana
b. Forging currency
c. Stealing identities
d. Downloading child pornography
e. Planning terrorist activities
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against
unreasonable search and seizure is found in the:
a. First Amendment
b. Second Amendment
c. Third Amendment
d. Fourth Amendment
e. Fifth Amendment
Officer Jeff McNair arrives to the scene of a robbery in progress. Upon arrival, he is
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met with the victim who states that the intruder is entered into his home armed wearing
a ski mask and demanding money. The victim stated that the intruder had fled on foot
through the back door prior to the officer's arrival.
In reality, the intruder of this case will not face a trial. He will most likely decide to do
what over 90% of other suspects will do, which is:
a. Plea bargain
b. Information
c. Indictment
d. Ruling
e. Trial
Which type of police officers accounts for two-thirds of all sworn officers?
a. detective
b. traffic
c. juvenile
d. vice
e. patrol
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Police officers who are assigned for duty in schools to maintain order while developing
positive relationships in the school.
a. SRO
b. TRO
c. SOR
d. SRC
e. TOR
Which of the following statements regarding search and seizure is TRUE?
a. Search and seizure are the same thing.
b. Officers must have proper justification for a search, but not a seizure.
c. Seizures involve taking someone or something into custody, but stops do not.
d. Search and seizure protections apply to offenders, but not law-abiding citizens.
e. Police officers do not have to be knowledgeable about search and seizure laws.
Jayson Myers is an inmate at a state correctional facility. He has been incarcerated for
five years and has been known to be an exemplary inmate since day one. He has been
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able to get a certificate in HVAC and works on the road crew. His release date is two
years away. He is considered a leader within his cellblock.
Jayson has taken on what adaptive role within the prison?
a. doing time
b. gleaning
c. jailing
d. disorganized criminal
e. none of these
The set of rules and values that develop within the prison social system and guide
prisoners' behavior is called:
a. Jailing
b. the inmate code
c. gleaning
d. machismo
e. the prisoners' law
f.
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The set of emotional and behavioral characteristics developed by members of an
occupational group in response to a work situation and environmental influences is
known as:
a. authoritative personality
b. adaptive personality
c. socialization
d. subculture
e. working personality
Which of the following statements about weapons technology is true?
a. It is impossible to subdue a determined suspect with less-lethal weapons.
b. The trend towards adoption of less-lethal weapons by police departments has been
prompted by lawsuits brought in cases where officers killed or injured suspects.
c. Some less-lethal weapons may be more harmful than initially thought.
d. The statements in b) and c) are both true.
e. None of these; all of the statements given are false.
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Jay Boyce is a prosecuting attorney in a small rural area. The town has recently been
the victim of a mass shooting that has received national media attention. Prior to this
case, Jay had only prosecuted one murder.
As the lead prosecutor in this case, Mr. Boyce will need to do all of the following
except:
a. decide the charges to be brought
b. determine if he is going to go after the death penalty
c. make a plea agreement with the victim
d. argue against bail
The model of corrections which emphasizes maintaining the offender's ties to the family
and community as a method of reform is called the:
a. custodial model
b. rehabilitation model
c. reintegration model
d. family model
e. community model
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After deciding that a case should be filed against an offender, the next step of the
prosecutor is to determine:
a. whether to seek the death penalty
b. which charges to file against the offender
c. whether the defendant has a court appointed attorney
d. whether the police used excessive force in apprehending the offender
e. how the criminal justice system might best serve the offender
Prisoners who view their prison term as a brief, inevitable break in their criminal
careers and simply a cost of doing business are:
a. Gleaning
b. Jailing
c. living by the inmate code
d. doing time
e. disorganized criminals
James Jones has recently been found not guilty of first degree murder of Lisa Smith.
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The victim's family has decided to have the case tried as a wrongful death case in a
different court. James Jones believes that he is free from additional court activity due to
rights guaranteed by the constitution. Several weeks later, Mr. Jones is given notice of
his new upcoming court date.
James was assigned an attorney for the duration of his first trial because he was
indigent. This particular guarantee is provided by the 6th amendment. Would he be
assigned this attorney for a civil trial?
a. Yes, but he would have to pay a reduced fee
b. Yes, it is a Constitutional Right.
c. No, it is not a guarantee in civil courts.
d. No, he would only represent himself.
Correctional administrators have made efforts to recruits females and minorities.
Approximately, what percentage of minorities work in the correctional field?
a. 25
b. 30
c. 35
d. 40
e. 45
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Doug Kants has been adjudicated guilty on four counts of vandalism. During his late
day crime spree, he spray painted and toilet paper rolled four of his teacher's homes.
This is the first time he has been in trouble, and is set to attend a state supported college
in the fall.
Kant's case will most likely be heard and sentenced in this type of court:
a. felony
b. misdemeanor
c. superior
d. appellate
e. supreme
Which of the following statements does NOT reflect a major principle of classical
criminology?
a. Criminal behavior is rational.
b. People who commit crimes weigh the costs and benefits.
c. Fear of punishment keeps most people in check.
d. Punishment should be tailored to each individual person.
e. The criminal justice system must be predictable, with laws and punishments known
to the public.
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Officer James Duffy was serving a warrant to Jeff Duke for a survival knife. When
Officer Duffy arrived at Jeff's residence, Jeff was shocked. Jeff had never been in
trouble a day in his life. Officer Duffy explained to Jeff that he needs to search his
home, and he could call headquarters if he had a problem.
During the search, a 9mm gun was found in Jeff's dresser. Can this gun be entered into
evidence?
a. Yes, a 40mm gun was listed on the warrant
b. Yes, the officer does not need a warrant
c. No, the gun is fully legal and not listed on the warrant
d. No, the officer keeps it for himself
A type of sanction that has increased substantially in the last 30 years, and it involves
the governmental seizure of property and other assets derived from criminal activity.
a. community service
b. home
c. jail
d. forfeiture
e. boot camp
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Some convicted felons live in a ____________________ while attending work during
the day.
____________________are actions by law enforcement officials that intrude upon
people's reasonable expectations of privacy.
Restitution orders are determined by prison wardens rather than by judges.
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Define the concept of double jeopardy and provide an example of a crime that could be
prosecuted under both federal and state law. Should protection against double jeopardy
be extended to those who break both state and federal laws in one offense?
Answer:Responses will vary
Explain the concept of community policing.. What are the advantages to community
policing? What are the disadvantages?
Answer:Responses will vary
Police officers have considerable discretion.
One of the principles of "doing justice" involves protecting the rights of the accused.
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A prospective juror can be dismissed without a particular reason if an attorney decides
to use a _______ _______.
Increased numbers of former offenders are being returned to prison as
_________________ violators.
NIMBY stands for _______ __ __ __________, which means that housing facilities for
parolees would be limited in certain neighborhoods.
Preventive patrol involves increased police presence in a community in order to reduce
crime.
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Polygraph evidence is admissible as evidence in criminal courts.
Forty percent of police officers in the U.S. today is a member of a racial or ethnic
minority group.
In large departments, detectives make up 2/3 of sworn officers.
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Many parolees "max out" on time and cannot be held any longer, regardless of how the
parole board feels about the inmate.
Differential treatment based upon race, class or gender, without regard to behavior or
qualifications, is known as ____________________.

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