Lawsuits involving tort actions are commonly referred to as a 1983 action. Why?
A) The action was signed into law in 1983.
B) It is found in Section 1983 of the U.S. Code.
C) 1983 citizens in Rochester, IL, signed a petition in favor of bringing legal action against a local police officer.
D) 1983 officers in Chicago went on strike to show their support of the action.
B
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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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