Roger Assaulted Jim in a Tavern,causing Medical Expenses and Lost

question 9

Multiple Choice

Roger assaulted Jim in a tavern,causing medical expenses and lost wages.Which of the following is true?

• A)Roger can be prosecuted by the state for a criminal offense and Jim may sue him for money damages.
• B)If Roger is convicted of criminal assault, Jim is not allowed to sue him for money damages since that would violate the double jeopardy clause of the Constitution.
• C)If Jim refuses to press charges against Roger, the state cannot initiate a criminal proceeding against him.
• D)Jim can either elect to sue for money damages or proceed with criminal charges.

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