In Some Cases, Such as That of O

question 23

Multiple Choice

In some cases, such as that of O. J. Simpson in the 1990s, the defendant may be acquitted of a murder charge but may also be required in a separate court action to pay a large fine for "wrongful death." Under what type of law is the wrongful death suit generated?

• A) criminal law
• B) civil law
• C) constitutional law
• D) common law
• E) appeal

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Definitions:

Denial of Privileges

A disciplinary technique that involves withholding certain privileges or enjoyable activities as a consequence for undesirable behavior.

Power Assertive

A discipline strategy that involves the use of power or authority to enforce rules and manage behavior, often without physical aggression.

Inductive Techniques

Methods that derive general principles from specific observations or experiments.

Corporal Punishment

The use of physical force intended to cause pain but not injury, as a method of discipline.