What are the two types of robbery? Define each.

What will be an ideal response?


Simple robbery – in which the theft is accomplished without weapons
Armed robbery – in which the theft is accomplished with the use of a weapon such as a gun, knife or other dangerous instrument. Discharging a weapon during an armed robbery may mean additional penalties apply upon conviction.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Paralegal Margaret is interviewing witness Dave about a car accident he witnessed. Dave seems nervous and uncomfortable. Margaret should?

A. ?immediately begin questioning Dave about the details of the accident. B. stick strictly to her prewritten questions.? C. spend a minute or two chatting casually.? D. avoid small talk?.

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Ademption occurs when property left to a beneficiary is disposed of before the testator’s death. 2. The following is an example of anti-lapse: Jennifer’s will provides, “I devised the diamond engagement ring be given to my daughter, Madison.” Before Jennifer’s death, she gave the ring to Madison. Upon Jennifer’s death, the estate will not give another ring to Madison, nor will she receive the value of the ring because she already has the gift. 3. In per stirpes, the beneficiaries receive their shares based upon the level of lineal descendant they are from their ancestor. 4. Proof of domicile include where a person filed federal and state taxes.

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The self-defense exception:

a. allows the attorney to waive the attorney-client privilege. b. allows the client to waive the attorney-client privilege. c. does not apply to the attorney-client privilege. d. none of the above

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