The Establishment Clause of the U

question 47

True/False

The establishment clause of the U.S. Constitution prohibits the federal government from establishing a state-sponsored religion.

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Definitions:

Defenses To Negligence

Legal arguments used to counter a negligence claim, such as contributory negligence, assumption of risk, or comparative negligence.

Contributory Negligence

Contributory negligence is a legal doctrine where if the plaintiff is found to be partly at fault for the accident or damage, they may be barred from receiving any compensation from the defendant.

Dram Shop Acts

Laws that hold alcoholic beverage servers legally responsible for harm that intoxicated or underage patrons cause after being served alcohol.

Affirmative Defense

A defense in which the defendant introduces evidence, which, if found to be credible, will negate criminal or civil liability, even if it is proven that the defendant committed the alleged acts.