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Intro to Sociology

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A court is a governmental institution authorized to hear and decide legal disputes, administer justice, and enforce or interpret the law. In the context of crime and the law within sociology, it plays a crucial role in maintaining social order by addressing deviance and sanctioning criminal behavior.

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