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7. In many states, an arrest for Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (DUI) or Driving While Impaired (DWI), can be elevated to a felony: a. if there is a prior conviction for the same offense b. if the driver causes bodily injury c. if the level of intoxication is very high d. all of the above 8. Jamie was fired from her last job for failing a drug test. She’s applying for a new job. The application asks “Have you ever failed a drug test?” She answers “No” Can she be fired from her new job if they find out about her lie? Explain why or why not? _ ____________________________________________________________________ 9. Gyuri wants to join the United States Navy, advance through the ranks and become an officer. She also has a felony conviction for theft. Will this effect her plan? Why or why not? _ ____________________________________________________________________ _ ____________________________________________________________________ 10. When Mark was 20 he had a drug problem and was twice convicted of possessing and selling drugs. He spent time in jail. Now he wants to get a fresh start in a new country. He has applied for a passport. Is it possible that his passport will be denied? If he manages to get a passport will he be able to obtain a visa? _ ____________________________________________________________________ _ ____________________________________________________________________ 11. Kenshiro was recently fired because he failed a drug test at work. He believes he was unjustly fired because the drug was still in his system from some weekend partying. Is Kenshiro correct that he was unjustly fired? Explain your answer. _ ____________________________________________________________________ _ ____________________________________________________________________ 12. After a crime that resulted in financial losses to the victim, a judge can order the criminal to pay ___________ to the victim. a. lost wages c. fine b. bail d. restitution PRODUCT PREVIEW

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