In a Response to an Allegation of a Defendant's Negligence

question 56

True/False

In a response to an allegation of a defendant's negligence, the defendant's assertion of the plaintiff's negligence is an affirmative defense.

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Public Prosecutor

An attorney appointed or elected to represent the state in criminal proceedings against persons accused of committing crimes.

Prosecuting Attorney

A legal officer who represents the government in criminal proceedings, charging and trying cases against individuals accused of crimes.

County Attorney

A public official who provides legal advice and representation to the county government and prosecutes criminal cases at the county level.

Criminal Law

The body of law that relates to crime, prescribing conduct perceived as threatening, harmful, or otherwise endangering to the property, health, safety, and moral welfare of people.