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What is the primary characteristic of a general statute?
What is the primary characteristic of a general statute?
- It relates to a class of subjects or places without exceptions (correct)
- It omits certain subjects or places that naturally belong to a class
- It outlines rules and regulations for a particular jurisdiction
- It only applies to specific individuals or organizations
What is the key difference between a general law and a special act?
What is the key difference between a general law and a special act?
- A general law relates to a class of subjects, while a special act relates to particular persons or things (correct)
- A general law is applicable to a specific jurisdiction, while a special act is applicable to all jurisdictions
- A general law is always amended or repealed by a special act
- A general law is a private law, while a special act is a public law
What is the effect of a general law on a special law?
What is the effect of a general law on a special law?
- A general law never repeals or amends a special law
- A general law only repeals or amends a special law if the intent is manifest (correct)
- A general law only applies to special laws that are not yet enacted
- A general law always repeals or amends a special law
What is the scope of a general statute?
What is the scope of a general statute?
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What is the primary purpose of a general statute?
What is the primary purpose of a general statute?
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