A Person's Behavior Does Not Constitute One of the Acts

question 38

Multiple Choice

A person's behavior does not constitute one of the acts or omissions in the criminal code. This is an example of which characteristic of the criminal justice system?

• A) Criminal justice processes apply only when a crime has been committed
• B) Criminal justice processes are initiated by the state against the accused
• C) The agents responsible for initiating the criminal justice process are government employees
• D) Because crimes are viewed as acts against society as a whole, there are few time limits placed on when charges may be filed

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