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erika

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In some cases, such as that of O.J. Simpson in the 1990s, the defendant may be acquitted of a murder charge but may also be required in a separate court action to pay a large fine for wrongful death. Under what type of law is this action generated?
 
  a. criminal law
  b. civil law
  c. constitutional law
  d. common law
  e. appeal

Question 2

How does criminal law differ from civil law?
 
  a. Civil law includes laws relating to property, contracts, and other issues dealing with private rights of citizens rather than an offense against society.
  b. Criminal law does not allow for the use of fines as does civil law.
  c. The two terms are interchangeable.
  d. Civil law grants no authority for punishments.
  e. Civil law deals with offenses against society rather than the rights of private citizens.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


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Reply #2 on: Jul 9, 2018
Thank you


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