Attila Works for Epsilon Inc

question 48

Multiple Choice

Attila works for Epsilon Inc.The police recently became aware of illegal activities in connection with that organization.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A)Epsilon Inc.may be charged with a "white collar crime," which is any crime that was committed by a corporate organization rather than an individual.
• B)Neither Attila nor Epsilon Inc.can be charged with a "corporate crime" unless they broke a law that was intended to protect another corporation.
• C)A "white collar crime" is the same thing as a "corporate crime."
• D)Attila may be charged with a crime,but Epsilon Inc cannot,because only a human being can be convicted of a criminal offence.
• E)Even if Attila and Epsilon Inc are convicted of crimes,they may also be sued privately if they have committed torts or by statute there is a private cause of action against them.

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