Which of the Following Is an Example of the Overlap

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the overlap that is possible between criminal and civil cases?

• A)A jewelry store presses charges against a shoplifter who already had a criminal record.
• B)The woman who caused a drunk driving accident is charged by the state and also sued by the family injured in the crash.
• C)A stalker is arrested for violating a restraining order,and he is later extradited to the state where the incident occurred.
• D)The government charges the owners of a medical marijuana dispensary with violations of federal law,although the dispensary is legal under state law.

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