Exam 11: Identifying Problems in the Criminal Justice System

With social media and mainstream media focusing heavily on the racial issues surrounding police interactions with minorities, legal cynicism has become normal for these communities. In what ways does legal cynicism break down community policing opportunities?

Body-Worn Cameras recordings are treated the same as poly graph tests and cannot be used as evidence in courts.

The city of Chicago was having issues with people defacing local buses and trains. To stop the defacing the city passes a law banning the sale of spray paint within city limits. This type of law is known as ______.

Chris has recently been released from prison for car theft. He is applying for a job at the local Burger King. On the application there is a box asking if they have been convicted of a crime. He checked yes. During the interview he is told that the job is going to someone who doesn't have a criminal conviction. This is an example of ______.

Maria was convicted of a crime, but rather than prison she was allowed to check in with a court officer and keep her regular life going. What type of sentencing did she have?

The criminal justice system creates a class of citizens that must deal with the stigma of having a criminal record.

A Terry Stop requires knowledge of a crime happening.

Which social factor reduces recidivism rates?

A person driving under the influence of alcohol hit a pedestrian with the car. What type of crime is this?

Changes in public morality can lead to changes in law.

People can stay in jail for days, weeks, or even months if they cannot afford bail.

Prisons were originally created to serve what purpose?

Misdemeanors convictions can result in prison time.

According to sociological research on the hiring practices of employers, which demographic suffers the most from collateral consequences?

Chris was convicted of robbing houses. Twenty years after his conviction his records were expunged. One day Chris' employer finds his arrest record online. As a result, Chris is fired. This is an instance of ______.

State and Federal prisons are short term holding facilities for offenders to transition back to real life.

What is the purpose of getting a record expunged?

Which is the most powerful component of the criminal justice system: police, prosecution, or courts? Justify your answer.

Certificate of Actual Innocence focuses on arrests records.

The Monterey police department has an issue with people asking for spare change in tourist areas. People who are asking for spare change are causing store owners to lose customers. The police and the store owners had a meeting to solve this problem. This is an example of community ______.