In 2010, Toyota issued a recall because several models of cars had a problem with unintended acceleration. Without warning, the car would accelerate uncontrollably, which led to the deaths of at least 89 people. If an individual claimed that unintended acceleration caused them to run over and kill several people, they would be using the ______ legal defense.

A. irresistible impulse test
B. necessity
c. restraint
D. duress


c. restraint

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

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Discuss the use of discretion in the criminal justice system. What are some arguments that are used to justify its use?

What will be an ideal response?

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As defined in the text, _________________ is something done to get someone in trouble, but _________________ is done to keep someone safe

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Give a brief summary of each of the defendant's rights throughout the court process as indicated in the chapter

What will be an ideal response?

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