The Same Act Can Never Be Both a Tort and a Crime

question 47

True/False

The same act can never be both a tort and a crime.

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Definitions:

Consideration

In contract law, a crucial element that refers to something of value promised to another when making a contract.

Liquidated Debt

Debt for which there is no dispute between the parties about the fact that money is owed and the amount of money owed.

Enforceable Accord

An agreement that is legally binding and can be upheld in court.

Consideration

Something of value that is given by both parties to a contract as the agreed-upon price or exchange for the contractual promises.