You try to convince opponents to support your proposed law by pointing out that sometimes it is the job of government and the law to do what is best for people, even if they may not want to do it for themselves. Your description is an example of:
a. ethical formalism.
b. utilitarianism.
c. legal moralism.
d. legal paternalism.
d
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A. ego B. id C. superego D. temperament
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a. to determine what led to their criminal behavior b. to assess their aptitude for work c. to assess their aptitude for rehabilitation d. to determine whether they are a danger to themselves and other prisoners
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a. due process clause. b. equal protection clause. c. right to a jury of one's peers. d. Sixth Amendment right to a jury trial.