One of the most popular efforts to reduce caseloads in the United States has been the implementation of _______________. 

_____________ are among the most influential actors in the criminal justice system and possess a great deal of discretion in how they carry out their duties.

______________  was a crucial case that held that juveniles are entitled to due process rights in court proceedings. This decision ensured that juveniles have the same rights as adults regarding the legal system.

Lawyers are allowed to use a certain number of _______________ to disqualify potential jurors from serving on the jury without stating a reason for their decision.

______________ are fortresses that house the most dangerous prisoners, with only 20% of U.S. prisons labeled as maximum security but holding approximately 33% of inmates.

 _________________ is a crucial aspect of the justice system, as it involves the punishment or rehabilitation of individuals who have been convicted of crimes.

The roots of modern probation can be traced back to _______________, who believed that criminals motivated by alcohol could be rehabilitated by human kindness and moral teachings rather than incarceration. 

Defendants rarely plead guilty.

___________ is often referred to as the “backbone” of a police department. 

 London was divided into ___________, and the Bobbies were ordered to patrol their beats on foot.