The trial judge will most likely hold that:
a. Michael’s addiction absolves him of criminal responsibility in this case.
b. Michael’s addition is irrelevant because burglary and theft are strict liability offenses.
c. Michael can be held criminally responsible for burglary and theft of money and other property, but be cannot be convicted of theft of prescription drugs due to his addiction.
d. The Robinson case is inapplicable because Michael is not being prosecuted for his status of being a drug addict.
Answer: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Who are the Sovereign Citizens?
a. Descended from British royalty, they felt that they were the true kings of the United States. b. They came out of Oakland, California where they made headlines patrolling sections of the city that they believed were victimized frequently by police brutality. c. They were committed to change and wanted to end the Viet Nam War, though they proved to be largely ineffective. d. This group recognizes that they may physically reside in the United States they do not regard themselves as members of the United States.
Hierarchical jurisdiction refers to:
A) the Rule of Fours. B) the dual court system. C) the difference between appellate and trial courts. D) All of the above.
Appellate courts:
A. decide whether a defendant is guilty. B. decide the facts of a particular case. C. decide if a defendant is civilly liable for a criminal charge. D. determine whether legal errors were made at trial.