Which of the Following Acts Is an Example of Malicious

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following acts is an example of malicious prosecution?

• A) A patient files a suit against his doctor for malpractice.
• B) A storekeeper detains a customer under the suspicion of shoplifting.
• C) A newspaper publishes incriminating information about a public official.
• D) An employer fires his employee for pulling a prank on him.
• E) A student gets her classmate arrested by falsely accusing her of drug peddling.

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Canada Revenue Agency

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