After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the core mission of the police changed to focus on terrorism.

Postmodern criminology is the newest perspective in criminology and was developed in the 21st century.

When the police are conducting a phone tap, they must stop monitoring the call when it becomes obvious the conversation is innocent.

During interrogation, the police are permitted to use psychological manipulation in some limited circumstances.

Mario is a criminal attorney with a private practice. He has been appointed by the court to serve as a defense attorney for an indigent defendant and receives a fee from the court that is set by the state government. Mario is a(n) ________ counsel.

Which of the following is not a discretionary decision that might be made by a patrol officer?

The clearance rate compares the number of crimes reported or discovered to the number of crimes solved through arrest or other means (such as the death of the suspect).

In which situation are police most likely to use force?

Which of the following individuals would probably not be required to serve on a jury?

Municipal police departments are responsible for operating county jails.