When Citizens Take the Law into Their Own Hands It

question 68

Multiple Choice

When citizens take the law into their own hands it is known as __________.

• A) vigilantism
• B) recidivism
• C) common law
• D) criminal justice

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Definitions:

Title VII

A segment of the 1964 Civil Rights Act that bans discrimination in employment due to an individual's race, skin color, religious beliefs, gender, or national origin.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Landmark federal legislation in the United States that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Attorney Fees

Legal costs charged by a lawyer for the provision of legal services, which may vary based on the complexity of the case, the attorney's experience, and the geographical location.

Title VII

A clause in the Civil Rights Act of 1964 preventing discrimination in employment for reasons such as race, complexion, religious affiliation, sex, or native origin.