A Mala in Se Crime Is

question 26

Multiple Choice

A mala in se crime is

• A) bad because it is forbidden.
• B) so offensive it is obviously criminal.
• C) one that violates a specific regulatory statute.
• D) both a and c
• E) none of the preceding

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Definitions:

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A fundamental concept that denotes the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.

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