When a previous decision does not apply to the current facts, a court will ________, saying, in effect, that this case is different and cannot be decided by looking to past rulings.
A- Refer to precedent
B- Practice stare decisis
C- Distinguish the present case
D- Decline to hear the case
Ans: C- Distinguish the present case
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c. gang problems. d. drug problems.
The grievance riot can be either inmate-directed or staff-directed
a. True b. False
In service training for police is usually mandated by state law and the normal requirement is typically between 30 and 40 hours a ________.
A. quarter B. month C. year D. biannually
Lawyer-client confidentially is waived or negated if the client:
a. Refuses to pay the agreed-upon fee b. Is actually guilty of the crime charged c. Fires the attorney d. Consults the attorney in furtherance of crime or fraud