Normative Statements Are Concerned With

question 151

Multiple Choice

Normative statements are concerned with:

• A)facts and theories.
• B)what ought to be.
• C)what is.
• D)rational choice involving costs and benefits.

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Definitions:

Federal Law

Legislations passed by the national government of a country that apply to all of its regions and residents.

Jurisdiction

The authority given to a court or legal body to hear and decide cases, determined by geographic area or subject matter.

Actus Reus

Actus Reus refers to the physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the mental intention (mens rea) to commit said act.

Mens Rea

A legal concept referring to the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime.