When performing a professional function that involves the exercise of discretion as to core functions, the prosecutor enjoys _______________ _______________ from civil lawsuits
Fill in the blank with correct word.
ANSWER: absolute immunity
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A. An escalation clause or cost-of-living clause. B. The mandatory application of a state spousal support formula. C. A constructive contract. D. The fact that limiting spousal support is per se unconscionable.
What is the following an example of: ?How would you feel about what you did if you were the one it was done to??
A) medical response to corruption B) first page test C) code of ethics D) consent decree
You are on trial for an assault that you believe you are not guilty of committing. There does exist, however, in your record, a series of arrests for very similar assaults. Additionally, the person whom you are accused of assaulting has been previously fined and punished for false allegations of assault. You are not sure how this trial will proceed, but you have faith in your defense counsel. If your defense attorney begins to introduce evidence regarding the victim's prior record of false accusations, is the judge likely to allow it, and why?
A. Yes, because any information about the victim is permissible. B. Yes, because it is direct evidence. C. No, because it is circumstantial evidence. D. No, because courts seldom allow evidence that portrays victims in a negative light.
The _________ was enacted by Parliament in 1853 and enabled prisoners to be released – paroled – on a ticket of leave and supervised by police
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).