The MPC Provides That an Individual Can Use Non-Deadly Force

question 38

Multiple Choice

The MPC provides that an individual can use non-deadly force to protect his or her property if the

• A)force must be immediately necessary to protect the property.
• B)property owner must have possession of the property in question or must be acting on behalf of someone who is in possession of the property.
• C)other person's interference with the property must be unlawful.
• D)None of the above is correct.

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Definitions:

RUPA

The Revised Uniform Partnership Act, which is legislation that provides a legal framework for the operation of partnerships within the United States.

Implied Authority

Authority of an agent that is not explicitly stated but is assumed to be granted in order to perform acts necessary to fulfill the purpose of an agency relationship.

Winding Up

The process of concluding a company’s operations, settling its liabilities, and distributing remaining assets to shareholders.

Novation

The act of replacing an existing contract with a new one, where a new party takes over rights and obligations that were originally held by one of the initial parties.