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Officers may NEVER obtain special permission from a judge to execute a no-knock warrants. 

______________ courts have limited jurisdiction, which means that they can only hear cases that involve federal law or matters in which the parties are from different states, and the amount in dispute is over a certain threshold. 

 _______________ was another landmark decision that held that juveniles accused of crimes must be afforded many of the same due process rights as adults. This decision was a significant step in ensuring juveniles are treated fairly and justly in the legal system.

______________ is a formal process to remove a president or other high-ranking official from office if they are accused of serious misconduct.

Supreme Court can exercise ____________________. This means that the justices get to decide which cases to review and which to pass over.

_______________________  is a philosophy that encourages organizational strategies that proactively use partnerships and problem-solving techniques to address the conditions that lead to public safety issues such as crime, social disorder, and fear of crime.

The ______________ was a way of selecting and promoting police officers based on their skills and performance rather than on political connections. 

The _____________ is responsible for handling cases involving federal laws, such as interstate commerce, taxation, or constitutional rights.

The rules created by these agencies that have the force of law are known as _____________________.

Many states are exploring alternative methods to incarceration, such as probation and community service, to _________ the number of people in prison.