Test Bank for Practicing Texas

Test Bank for Practicing Texas Politics 18 th Edition By Brown, Joyce, García, Biles, Ryan, Veronica, Juan (All Chapters 1- 13, 100% Original Verified, A+ Grade)

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Chapter 13 - The Criminal Justice System

• What is the Texas Penal Code?
• It is a code of conduct for attorneys.
• It consists of requirements for prison officials.
• It is a body of law relating to crime and punishment.
• It consists of the tax laws of Texas.
• It is a list of rules and regulations inmates are expected to follow.

ANSWER: c

FEEDBACK: a.

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• Correct. The Texas Penal Code is a body of law relating to crime and

punishment.d.e.

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

Bloom’s: Remember/Understand

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• - Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial

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3.4.4 - Describe the organizational structure of the Texas court system.

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• In Texas, what factors determine the punishment a convicted individual receives?
• The severity and category of the crime
• The district attorney’s opinion of the case
• The city in which the crime took place
• The age of the crime victim
• Whether there is adequate room in prison to house the convicted

individual

ANSWER: a

FEEDBACK: a. Correct. The severity and category of the crime determine the

punishment a convicted individual receives. Arguments have been made for continuing to strengthen criminal justice laws and policies while at the same time examining concerns about how Texas carries out justice.b.Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero.Page 1 2 / 4

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DIFFICULTY: Moderate

Bloom’s: Apply

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• What is the system of classifying felonies as first, second, or third degree depending on the nature of the crime called?
• Enhanced

punishment

• Graded penalties
• Capital felony cases
• Enhanced penalties
• Common law

ANSWER: b

FEEDBACK: a.

b.Correct. The system of classifying felonies as first, second, or third degree depending on the nature of the crime is called graded penalties. The Texas Penal Code includes graded penalties for noncapital offences and harsher penalties for repeat offenders.c.d.e.

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

Bloom’s: Remember/Understand

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• - Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative, executive, and judicial

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3.5.2 - Describe the distinguishing characteristics of misdemeanors and felonies in Texas.

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• A Texan is found guilty of possessing six ounces of marijuana, and it is the first offense for the individual. How will the

crime be classified?

• Second-degree felony
• Class B misdemeanor
• First-degree felony
• Class A misdemeanor
• State-jail felony

ANSWER: e

FEEDBACK: a.

b.c.d.

• Correct. Possessing sex ounces of marijuana as a first-time offense

is classified as a state-jail felony. These are also referred to as fourth-degree felonies and are punishable by fines and confinement in jails operated by the state.

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Elements of the Criminal Justice System

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