Which of the Following Is an Example of a Statute

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a statute?

• A) A representative assembly decides on, and writes out, everything that will be considered a criminal offence.
• B) The judges in the highest court decide what will be considered criminal offences.
• C) A representative assembly writes out regulations governing the use of smartphones in courtrooms.
• D) A judge writes out regulations governing the use of smartphones in courtrooms.

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