______ offenses are not “inherently evil” and only are considered wrong because they are prohibited by a statute.

a. Mala in se
b. Mala prohibita
c. Mens rea
d. Moral crimes


b. Mala prohibita

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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