Some defense attorneys request that the trial be moved to another location because the case may have too much publicity in the current jurisdiction. What is this request called?

A. Change of jurisdiction
B. Change of venue
C. Change of location
D. Change of trial


Answer: B

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There is evidence that living in a state that allows the use of ____ leads to both adult and youth tolerance of marijuana use.

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