Ty Started to Behave Aggressively at Age 5, and by Age

question 79

Multiple Choice

Ty started to behave aggressively at age 5, and by age 8 was caught shoplifting several times. Ty is now age 25 and has committed armed robbery. Ty would be considered to be a(n) _____.

• A) hostile offender
• B) dual offender
• C) life-course-persistent offender
• D) adolescence-limited offender

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Definitions:

Product Liability

A legal concept where manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, and retailers are held responsible for any injuries their products cause.

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Government Regulation

The imposition of rules and directives by government agencies designed to control and direct the behavior of individuals, businesses, and other entities in the public interest.

Design Defect

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