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Law Enforcement: Use of Force Review

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What is the main purpose of 'deterrence' in the context of the criminal justice system?

To prevent future crimes (correct)

To compensate victims

To punish criminals

To rehabilitate offenders

What is the term for a court order that requires a person to be brought before a court to determine if they are being legally detained?

Summons

Writ of certiorari

Writ of habeas corpus (correct)

Subpoena

How many justices must agree to hear a case in the Supreme Court?

At least 4 (correct)

A simple majority

A majority

All 9 justices

What is the term for a higher court sending a case back to a lower court for further proceedings?

Remand Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between criminal and civil court?

Criminal court deals with crimes, while civil court deals with disputes between parties Signup and view all the answers

Who has the burden of proof in a criminal trial?

The prosecution Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using force for law enforcement?

To protect themselves and others from harm Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a less lethal option in the use of force continuum?

Taser Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of 'Objective Reasonableness' in the context of use of force?

A standard that requires officers to use the minimum amount of force necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'restitution' in restorative justice?

To compensate the victim for their losses Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Walnut Street jail in the history of corrections?

It was the first prison in the United States Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a jail and a prison?

A jail is for short-term detention, while a prison is for long-term incarceration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Grand Jury?

To investigate and indict criminal cases Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a probation officer?

To supervise and support individuals in the community Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a right and a privilege in the context of parole?

A right is guaranteed, while a privilege is discretionary Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an intermediate sanction?

To provide an alternative to incarceration Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the case In re Gault?

It established the right to counsel for juveniles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the field staff of the parole department?

To provide support to prisoners in the community Signup and view all the answers