Which of the following is the term used for “friend of the court” briefs, the companion briefs supporting an argument in an existing court case? Interest groups use these when the outcome of the case may have an impact on their issues
a. petition
b. amicus curiae
c. habeas corpus
d. subpoena
e. discovery
ANS: B
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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