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lidoalex

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Which of the following best describes the difference between civil law and criminal law?
 A) Penalties under civil law are more severe than penalties under criminal law.
 B) Civil law deals with the enforcement or protection of private rights, whereas criminal law deals with offenses against society.
 C) The standard of proof required to convict a defendant is greater in a civil case than in a criminal case.
 D) In civil law, a defendant is entitled to an attorney, regardless of his or her ability to pay for one, whereas criminal defendants do not have a right to legal representation.

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A claim of undue influence will be unsuccessful unless the contracting parties have a close relationship of trust.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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mbcrismon

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

TRUE




lidoalex

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Reply 2 on: Jun 24, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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