Part I Offenses Are

question 45

Multiple Choice

Part I offenses are

• A) more common than Part II offenses
• B) more serious crimes than Part II offenses
• C) less violent than Part II cases
• D) less likely to be prosecuted than Part II cases

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Appellate Courts

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Record of Case

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Prejudicial Error

refers to a mistake in the procedure or ruling of a court trial that is likely to affect the trial's outcome, warranting a review or reversal of the decision.

Appeal

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