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After the American Revolution, a Movement to Change How Criminals

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After the American Revolution, a movement to change how criminals were punished began in an attempt to move away from laws that had been established in England. Instead of beating and killing, the new country decided to rely on:

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Valid Consideration

Something of value exchanged between parties in a contract, which is necessary for the contract to be legally enforceable.

Unilateral Contract

An agreement in which one party makes a promise in exchange for the other party's action but does not require a reciprocal promise to act.

Preexisting Duty Rule

A legal principle that states an existing duty cannot serve as consideration for a new contract, but modifications can occur if additional or new consideration is provided.

Unforeseen Circumstances

situations or events that were not predicted or expected and can significantly impact contracts or agreements.