Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Jails

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of jails?

• A)Hold inmates who have been sentenced to long periods of incarceration
• B)Operated by the state police
• C)Hold 44% female inmates
• D)Hold suspects following arrest and pending trial

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