The ____ must negate the existence of an 'exception' in the accusation charging commission of the offense and prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant or defendant's conduct does not fall within the 'exception'.

a. Jury
b. Defense attorney
c. Prosecuting attorney
d. None of the above


Answer: c. Prosecuting attorney

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A) Allocution B) Narrative C) Supporting statement D) None of the above

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a. gastrointestinal b. inhalation c. cutaneous d. a and c are correct

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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