Rawls Might Argue That Indigent Defendants in Felony Cases Shouldbe

question 91

Multiple Choice

Rawls might argue that indigent defendants in felony cases shouldbe provided with legal representation, even if they cannot afford it. Rawls would reach this conclusion based on:

• A) Cost-benefit analysis
• B) Principles based on original position and the veil of ignorance
• C) Ideological justice
• D) Commutative justice

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Definitions:

Standard of Care

The degree of attentiveness, caution, and prudence that a reasonable person in the circumstances would exercise.

Sixteen-Year-Old

A term generally referring to an individual who is 16 years of age.

Reasonable Person Standard

A legal standard used to determine what a hypothetical, reasonable person would consider to be prudent or appropriate in a given situation.

Standard of Care

The degree of caution and attention to detail that a reasonable person should take in a particular situation, often used in legal contexts to determine negligence.