The Parens Patriae Doctrine Was Introduced into American Law in an 1838

question 12

Multiple Choice

The parens patriae doctrine was introduced into American law in an 1838 Pennsylvania Supreme Court case called:

• A) O'Connell v. Turner (1870).
• B) ex parte Crouse (1838).
• C) in re Winship (1970).
• D) McKeiver v. Pennsylvania (1971).

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