James Jones has recently been found not guilty of first degree murder of Lisa Smith. The victim's family has decided to have the case tried as a wrongful death case in a different court. James Jones believes that he is free from additional court activity due to rights guaranteed by the constitution. Several weeks later, Mr. Jones is given notice of his new upcoming court date.
If James is summoned to a courtroom to stand accused, most likely he will be tried under what type of law?
a. Criminal lawb. Civil lawc. Procedural lawd. Legal responsibility
e. Moral obligation

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: b

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