What is a Corpus delecti? Give example.

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Literally, the body of the crime. Figuratively, one of the things that a prosecutor must prove to show that a crime has been committed. For example, it is not enough that someone confesses to a crime without some other independent evidence that a crime took place. That evidence does not, however, have to be extensive.

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Which of the following can practice law??

A. ?A lawyer only B. ?A paralegal only C. ?A paralegal overseen by a lawyer D. ?A policeman or a lawyer

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What is the legislative veto?

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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) permits for _____examination of records conducted by the presiding judge, usually in chambers outside the presence of the public, to preserve the confidentiality of documents while giving the judge the opportunity to review the records and make an informed decision

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The A.L.R. is available only in print and cannot be accessed online

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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