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What is the primary purpose of laws and courts?
What is the primary purpose of laws and courts?
- To enforce rules and maintain order (correct)
- To resolve civil disputes
- To punish individuals
- To make money from fines
What type of case would a broken contract be considered?
What type of case would a broken contract be considered?
- Criminal case
- Civil case (correct)
- Municipal by-law case
- Misdemeanor case
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
- A misdemeanor is a crime committed by an individual, while a felony is a crime committed by a company
- A misdemeanor is a more serious crime, while a felony is less serious
- A misdemeanor is a civil case, while a felony is a criminal case
- A misdemeanor is a less serious crime, while a felony is more serious (correct)
What is an example of a criminal offence that could also result in a civil case?
What is an example of a criminal offence that could also result in a civil case?
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What is the purpose of municipal by-laws?
What is the purpose of municipal by-laws?
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