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Review Questions

1. Identify and discuss two different goals that the criminal justice system has.

2. What are two different types of deterrence? Describe each type.

3. Why are victims considered the first "gatekeepers" of the criminal justice system?

4. What is probable cause? Describe a situation where there would be probable cause?

5. What are some of the differences between the adult and juvenile court processes and systems?

Critical Thinking Questions

1. Do you think that punishments deter crime? Why or why not? Do you think there is a better way to reduce crime than punishment?

2. Do you think that alternative sanctions such as boot camps are positive or negative for society, individuals, and the criminal justice system? Why?

3. Why do you think more victims don't report crimes? How does this affect the criminal justice system?

4. Do you think juveniles should be tried in adult courts? Why or why not? What effects are there from trying juveniles in adult courts?

5. Do you think that parole is a positive or negative element in the criminal justice system? Why or why not? What effects does it have? Should officials be stricter about parole? Why or why not?