The term scienter signifies a defendant's ________

A) guilty knowledge
B) specific intent
C) guilty act
D) general intent


A

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The concept of ______ is that justice is administered according to fairness, as contrasted with the strict rules of law

a. adjudication b. equity c. probation d. jurisdiction

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A ruling in a previous case that serves as a guide in deciding subsequent cases with similar circumstances is known as a[No] ____________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Under which U.S. Amendment, passed in 1868, are citizens guaranteed the following three classes of rights?

1 . Privileges and immunities of citizens of the United States 2 . Due process of law 3 . Equal protection under the law A. the Fourth Amendment B. the Fifteenth Amendment C. the Fourteenth Amendment D. the First Amendment

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The person who files an appeal is known as a/an:

a. appellee. b. respondent. c. petitioner. d. appellant.

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