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Question 1
A legislature passes a statute making a specific act punishable by a fine or imprisonment. In criminal justice terms, what makes the act a crime rather than merely deviant behavior?
Correct Answer:
It violates a rule created and enforced by government authority
Question 2
Which example best illustrates a mala prohibita offense?
Correct Answer:
Unlicensed parking in a restricted zone
Question 3
A jurisdiction classifies an offense as punishable by more than one year of incarceration. In general criminal law terminology, that offense is most likely a:
Correct Answer:
felony
Question 4
Which act is most clearly a juvenile status offense?
Correct Answer:
Skipping school in violation of compulsory attendance laws
Question 5
A researcher wants data on crimes known to police agencies, including incident details submitted by law enforcement. Which source is the best fit?
Correct Answer:
National Incident-Based Reporting System data
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Prepare with the DSST Criminal Justice Practice Questions - DSST Criminal Justice Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering criminal, police, justice, crime, and theory. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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