CJ 325 CSUF Midterm Exam with Complete Solutions

CJ 325 CSUF Midterm Exam with Complete Solutions Which of the following pathways describes a situation where a delinquent career begins with minor, underhanded behavior and eventually escalates into more serious criminality? a. Authority conflict pathway b. Covert pathway c. Overt pathway d. Geometric pathway - Answer-b. Covert pathway Lisa is 16 years old and has been arrested for prostitution. Her case file reveals a turbulent family life, victimization, and that currently, she is living independent of her family. Her criminal record contains various arrests for drug possession. To date, while arrested, Lisa has not been formally charged, but current policy may change that outcome. Among males, early offending is highly correlated with later misbehavior; however, what is known about females' criminal career path? a. It is moderated by male partners. b. It is reliant on an early history of antisocial behavior. c. It is influenced by current levels of social support. d. It is related to her sexual prowess. - Answer-c. It is influenced by current levels of social support. Girls are taught that their self-worth depends on their ability to: a. sustain relationships b. achieve higher academics c. engage in less delinquency d. find a life partner - Answer-a. sustain relationship Which of the following is not one of the principles of restorative justice? a. Victims, offenders, and communities are the key stakeholders not the justice system. b. Victims and communities suffer from crime and they need to be restored. c. Offenders have an obligation to make amends and they should do so voluntarily. d. Offenders should be removed from the community as punishment for their misdeeds. - Answer-d. Offenders should be removed from the community as punishment for their misdeeds.