Identical twins are more similar than fraternal twins for the trait of aggressiveness, as well as for criminal behavior. Do these facts have implications for the courtroom? If it can be shown that a violent criminal had violent parents, should it make a difference in culpability or sentencing?

True or false: Medical standards and practices continue to be regulated by the practitioners themselves.

Two police officers rush into your medical office demanding immediate help in tracking down a fugitive on the run.  They believe the man be responsible for a carjacking and they have a written request for a description of any noticeable physical characteristics, such as scars and tattoos.  The electronic health record (EHR) reveals the man has a large skull tattoo on his upper arm.  However, the officers don't have a warrant for the information.  Can you give it to them?  Does it matter whether the fugitive has committed a violent or nonviolent offense? Explain your response.

What inferences can be made about the characteristics of the offender that may help identify them?