A Business Asks a Court to Interpret the Way in Which

question 22

Multiple Choice

A business asks a court to interpret the way in which a newly enacted shoplifter detention statute will be applied if the business,at some future point,detains a suspected shoplifter.The court may:

• A)issue an advisory memorandum.
• B)convene a conference of business and consumer representatives.
• C)not interpret the statute until a lawsuit is filed challenging the statute.
• D)ask the legislature to issue an advisory memorandum.

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Definitions:

Federal Court System

The system of courts organized under the U.S. Constitution and laws of the federal government, addressing legal matters within its jurisdiction.

Districts

Divisions within a country, state, or city designated for administrative, electoral, or other purposes.

Affirmative Defense

A defense in which the defendant introduces evidence, which, if found to be credible, will negate criminal or civil liability, even if it is proved that the defendant committed the alleged acts.

Complaint

A legal document filed in a court that initiates a lawsuit, outlining the plaintiff's claims against the defendant.