At Which Layer of the Wedding Cake Model of Crime

question 14

Multiple Choice

At which layer of the wedding cake model of crime do most criminal matters occur?

• A)celebrated cases
• B)serious felonies
• C)lesser felonies
• D)misdemeanors

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