A Principal Is Liable for the Crimes of Its Agent

question 3

Multiple Choice

A principal is liable for the crimes of its agent in all of the following scenarios except when: ______.

• A) the crime is committed at the principal's direction.
• B) the agent is an employee and sells liquor to a minor without permission.
• C) the agent in the course of employment violates environmental protection laws.
• D) the agent is an independent contractor.

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