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Should the standard of evidence be lowered to reduce crime?

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    (University of Oslo, Department of Economics)

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  • Ognedal,T., 2001. "Should the standard of evidence be lowered to reduce crime?," Memorandum 32/2001, Oslo University, Department of Economics.
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