Asked by Katey Dotson on Jun 12, 2024
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In which Supreme Court case did the Court propose an objective test that focused on the nature of the police conduct,as opposed to the predisposition of the offender?
A) Sharon v.United States
B) Taylor v.United States
C) Sybil v.United States
D) Sherman v.United States
Police Conduct
Refers to the behaviors, actions, and protocols followed by law enforcement officers in the performance of their duties.
Supreme Court
The highest judicial court in a country or state, which typically has the ultimate authority over all other courts in matters of law and constitutionality.
- Comprehend and recognize principal U.S. Supreme Court decisions pertinent to policing methods.
Verified Answer
LO
Lynndell OliverJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In Sherman v. United States, the Supreme Court proposed an objective test focusing on the nature of the police conduct rather than the predisposition of the offender, to determine if entrapment had occurred.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend and recognize principal U.S. Supreme Court decisions pertinent to policing methods.