When Criminal Laws Become Out of Step with the Views

question 18

Multiple Choice

When criminal laws become out of step with the views of society, the result is

• A) a society of outlaws
• B) a sense of disconnect between citizens and the police
• C) a loss of legitimacy of the legal system
• D) an overall lack of morality among citizens

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UV's

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