In England, the Doctrine That Allowed the Courts to Hold

question 35

Multiple Choice

In England, the doctrine that allowed the courts to hold protective jurisdiction over all children was called:

• A) judicial waiver.
• B) parens patriae.
• C) parens reus.
• D) status offense.
• E) parens choices .

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Definitions:

Flexor

A type of muscle that decreases the angle between bones on two sides of a joint, allowing limbs to be bent.

Epitrochlearis

A muscle in some mammals that assists in the movement of the forearm, not typically found or well-defined in humans.

Palmaris Longus

A muscle in the forearm that aids in flexing the wrist and tenses the palmar fascia.

Depress

To lower in amount, degree, or intensity; often used in terms of lowering mood or suppressing an activity.