Which of the following is the best interpretation of the Frye standard?

A. New scientific evidence is held to a higher standard because of its recent discovery.
B. Unusual scientific evidence can be considered admissible only when three expert witnesses verify its validity.
C. Unusual scientific evidence must be proven relevant and legally obtained before it can be considered admissible in court.
D. New scientific evidence may be used in court only when it has gained general acceptance in the scientific community.


D

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____________are correctional facilities that house those that have been sentenced to prison for the violation of a state law

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A. Will be successful because Jane is authorized to bring such a suit B. Will be successful because Jane is twelve years old C. Will not be successful because a parent may punish a child in any way he sees fit D. Will not be successful because of tort immunity for families

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